health promotion Flashcards
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
Healthy People 2020 and the World Health Organizations (WHO) definition of health
Addresses the relationship between a person’s beliefs and behaviors
Health Belief Model
Directed at increasing a patient’s level of well-being
Health Promotion Model
Attempts to meet the patient’s basic needs
Basic Human Needs Model:Maslows Hierarchy of Needs
Attempts to create conditions that promote optimal health
Holistic Health Model
Short duration and severity
Acute Illness
Persists longer than 6 months
Chronic Illness
Internal Variables:
Developmental stage, perception of functioning, emotional factors, and spiritual factors
External variables:
Family practice, socioeconomic factors, and cultural background
True prevention that lowers the chances that a disease will develop (immunizations, wellness, education)
Secondary
Primary
Focuses on those who have a disease and are at risk for developing complications or worsening conditions (screenings/follow-ups)
Secondary
Occurs when a defect or disability is permanent or irreversible (rehabilitation)
Tertiary
“Caring is a concept central to professional nursing practice. Caring is related to this Essential encompasses the nurse’s empathy for, connection to, and being with the patient, as well as the ability to translate these affective characteristics into compassionate, sensitive, and patient-centered care.”
definition of caring according to the Essentials of Baccalaureate Education