Health Promotion Prevention Flashcards
Health is a state of _______________________ and not merely the absence of ________________ and is not valued till sickness comes
Complete physical, mental, and social well-being; disease or infirmity
Higher income is associated with ________________ life expectancy
longer
inequality in life expectancy has _______________ over time
increased
What percent of the US population lives in poverty?
14.5%
What aspects of health does poverty affect?
injuries, obesity, emotional health, toxic infrastructures, dental and vision disparities, and maternal health
Poverty = ____________ access
decreased
Approximately 90% of healthcare costs are for people with _______________
chronic disease
According to the CDC, approximately ___________% of adults meet physical activity guidelines
50
According to the CDC, less than ____________% of school aged children meet physical activity guidelines
25
What is wellness?
An active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a more successful existence
According to the APTA, PTs are considered the ____________________
wellness practitioners of choice
Health Promotion
focuses on maintaining or improving the general health of individuals, families, and communities
Prevention
averting the development of disease; consists of the measures that limit the progression of disease at any point along its course
Primary Prevention
before the onset of any disease or disability
Gym classes in school, sunscreen, good nutrition, and exercise programs are all examples of what kind of prevention?
Primary