Chapters 7/8 Flashcards
Patient Coaching/Nutrition and Health Promotion
what is the act of sticking to something
adherence
what is considered health disease prevention coaching?
school-age: teaching about handwashing
teens and adults: teaching how to prevent STIs, and the risks of using cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and e-cigs
All age groups: teaching about respiratory/cough etiquette. Anc coaching patients on vaccines recommended for that specific.
What is considered health maintenance coaching?
breast and testicular self-exams, skin self exams, and the ABCDE rule. and a cancer self exam
How to coach to help increase compliance or adherence with the treatment plan?
instruct patients on home care, and follow up as ordered by the provider. Research has shown that coaching can help patients understand information from the visit. It can ensure patients understand how they need to proceed and address any concerns before the patient leaves the facility. Coaching educates patients on self management of diseases, thus increasing compliance with treatment plans
what is the health belief model?
a persons perception of their chance of developing a disease, their perception of the severity of the disease and whether the person will take preventative action
what is the psychomotor domain
the “doing” domain. Learning new skills and procedures by watching demonstrations and assisting with something. some barriers to learning would be tremors or paralysis and sensory limitations. Make sure to use adaptive equipment such as a magnifying glass and a magnifier for syringes
MA’s adapt coaching to the patient, what should be considered?
The MA must consider barriers to learning, and cultural differences
Disease prevention coaching is?
teaching about hygiene, drug and tobacco use, and vaccines
Colon cancer screening starts at what age?
The American Cancer Society recommends regular screening starting at 45. Other organizations recommend 50.
What is the Guiaic Feccal Occult Blood Test?
a fecal specimen exam to detect occult or hidden blood, which may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding
Cologuard Stool DNA test?
used to detect blood in the stool. Computer analysis look at the DNA in the stool, checking for cancer and precancerous cells
How to coach a patient on an MRI?
provide an overview of the test and why its being done. May require being NPO for 4-6 hours. must identify if the patient is claustrophobic. Must screen for heart valves, brain aneurysm clips, pacemaker or defibrillator
What is a pap test and cervical cancer
A pap test is used to find cervical cancer. Should be done from age 21-29 every 3 years. 30-65 is every 3 years or if having a HPV test, every 5 years. Cervical Cancer is a malignent tumor on the cervix
What teaching strategies are used for affective domain?
Address any barriers, instruct the patient and family member and written home instructions should be given
How to coach a 65 year old patient?
communicate with dignity and respect. Use simpler language and speak clearly. Allow time for them to respond
What to do when working with a patient with impaired vision?
Consider the impact of color contrast. Use bold markers for handwritten information. Provide large print directions or brochures. Use adaptive equipment. Encourage the patients to use their own magnifying aids
Know the ABCDE rule?
Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving
How to prevent STIs
Abstinence, long-term mutual monogamy, reducing # of partners, use latex condoms, Avoid sharing underwear and towels, wash after intercourse, get vaccinated for HepB and HPV
What age do adults need annual Fall Risk?
age 65 or older