Environment Flashcards
what are the 3 internal variables that influence health?
biologic dimension
psychological dimension
cognitive dimesnsion
how does biologic dimension influence health?
genetic makeup
sex
age
developmental level
how does psychological dimension influence health?
mind body interactions
self concept
what is mind body interaction?
emotional responses to stress that affect body function
how a person feels about self
how a person perceives self, needs, abilities
it is how people view and handle situations
self concept
how does cognitive dimension influence health?
lifestyle
spiritual and religious beliefs
what are the external variables influencing health?
environment
standard of living
family and cultural beliefs
social support networks
how does environment affect health?
geographic location, greenhouse effect, pesticides, radiation and pollution
how does standard of living effect health?
income, occupation and education
how does family and cultural beliefs effect health?
pass on of daily lifestyle and living and coping, perceptions and experiences
how does social support influence health
family, friends, significant others
what is the key to safety awareness?
INFORMATION!
i.e. oxygen tanks, IV, hot packs, anything that may serve as a potential hazard
what are the environmental factors that need to be assessed for client safety?
health care setting workplace home community bioterrorism disaster
how does the workplace influence health?
work place conditions may serve as harmful to someone
how does health care setting influence health?
it takes in account accidents and errors
