goals and recommendations Flashcards
what must you include in a health improvement plan?
it must include at least one recommended action
what is an action?
actions are what the person needs to do to achieve their goal
why do we give recommended actions in a health improvement plan?
to help a person reach their goals
give an example action to reduce BMI (goal)?
eat healthy and exercise
what action must take place when reducing BMI?
take in account the persons physiological and health needs
give an example action to improve mobility (goal)?
start an exercise routine
what action must take place when improving mobility?
be safe and suitable for the person’s age and ability
give an example action to stop drug use (goal)?
join a local support group
what action must take place to stop drug use?
provide appropriate support group
give an example action to stop smoking (goal)?
use nicotine substitutes
what action must take place to stop smoking?
take account of the availability of medication, equipment and aids
recommended actions to lower blood pressure?
- eat 5 or more portions of fruit and veg a day 2. cut out salt 3. use relaxation techniques to reduce stress 4. join a gym 5. drink water alongside alcohol to reduce consumption
recommended actions to increase peak blood flow reading?
- half the number of cigarettes smoked each day 2. use nicotine replacement therapies 3. join an exercise or dance class
recommended actions to reduce BMI?
- reduce fat and sugar intake 2. do not exceed the recommended daily calories 3. get off the bus early and walk the rest of the way 4. drink water instead of sugary drinks
recommended actions to reduce pulse rate and improve recovery time after exercise?
- walk for an hour at lunchtime 2. drink decaffeinated drinks 3. take up physical activity hobby 4. join a yoga group
