Health Promotion

Question 1

Define frailty

Answer 1

Complex mix of health conditions that results in a state of vulnerability and reduced likelihood of recovering from acute injury or illness

Question 2

Describe the 4 pillars of the National Seniors Strategy

Answer 2

1. Independent, productive, and engaged citizens
2. Healthy and active lives
3. Care closer to home
4. Support for unpaid caregivers

Question 3

List 5 risk factors for dementia and 3 elements of the National Dementia Strategy

Answer 3

Risk factors
1. smoking
2. hypertension in mid-life
3. obesity
4. diabetes
5. physical inactivity
6. social isolation
7. hearing loss
8. depression
9. alcohol use
10. dyslipidemia

National Dementia Strategy
1. prevention through awareness of modifiable risk factors, protective factors, and effective interventions

2. advanced therapies and finding a cure
3. Improve the quality of life of people living with dementia and caregivers