Environment and Health Flashcards
1
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What is the “environment”?
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- “environ” translates to surroundings
- ## physical and social aspects
2
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Definition of physical environment?
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- includes air, water, soil and food
3
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Definition of social environment?
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- social, cultural, and economic aspects of life (eg. political and health care delivery systems)
4
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Environmental health as defined by WHO
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- Includes physical, chemical and biological factors
- external to a person
- related to factors impacting behaviours
- assessment and control of those environmental factors
- targeted towards preventing disease and creating health-supportive environment
5
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What is the one health approach?
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- integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimize the health of PEOPLE, ANIMALS AND ECOSYSTEMS.
6
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What is the planetary health approach?
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- a field focused on characterizing the human health impacts of human caused disruptions of earths natural system
7
Q
why is environmental health important for nurses?
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- impact on an individuals health
- nurses may work with patients/clients in their home or local community
- largest group of healthcare providers
- have more opportunity to interact with patients closely
8
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what is the role of a nurse in environmental health?
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- assessment and communication
- advocacy
- eco literacy
- research and education
- leading by example
- collaboration
- promoting health
9
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Role of a nurse in a healthcare environment ( patient safety)
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- equipment-related accidents
- procedure-related accidents
- falls
- use of best practice leading to optimum patient outcomes
- efforts to reduce and prevent unsafe acts within the healthcare system
10
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Roles of nurses in healthcare environment ( staff safety)
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- violence
- infection prevention and control
- environmental risks: WHMIS
