human lifespan develionent (b3)

Question 1

Exposure to pollution

Answer 1

types of pollution
- water
- air
- noise
- mould
it can cause: 
- asthma and other respiratory problems
- allergies
- cardiovascular problems

Question 2

respiratory disorders

Answer 2

– Tobacco smoke, combustion products and air pollution associated with toxins and pollutants can be very harmful to the respiratory system
– They affect the nerves and muscles used for breathing, as well as the lining of the air passages
– Disorders range from a mild runny nose or sore throat, to bacterial pneumonia, COPD and lung cancer

Question 3

cardiovascular problems

Answer 3

– Smoking tobacco and air pollution can cause the lining of the heart and blood vessels, causing clots (thrombosis), which can lead to a heart attack
– If you’re pregnant, they can lead to the baby having congenital heart defect and cardiovascular disease later in life

Question 4

Allergies

Answer 4

Allergies are close by irritant such as dust or pollen, causing the immune system to overreact
Hayfever
– A seasonal reaction to certain types of pollen causing sneezing, watery eyes, runny nose, lethargy and flu like symptoms
asthma
– breathlessness caused by air pollution causing difficulty in breathing, as airways become inflamed and constricted

Question 5

Poor housing conditionally

Answer 5

– Excessive mould 
– Cold
– Damp
– Structural defects
– Overcrowding
– Lack of outdoor/green space
– Inadequate sanitary provision
– Inadequate ventilation

Question 6

Poor housing condition (what it can cause)

Answer 6

– Respiratory disorders
– Injury
– Hypothermia
– Anxiety
– Cardiovascular disorder
– Infection
– Depression

Question 7

access to health and social care services that affect development

Answer 7

– According to the equality act 2010, all health and social care services must be inclusive and have a positive impact on local people and communities
they need to identify barriers to access:
– Transport, opening times, cultural and behavioural barriers
and find new ways of supporting those who may have issues accessing the services

Question 8

availability of transport

Answer 8

– 11% of households without a care find it hard to get to their GP
– Remote areas don’t have public transport
– Public transport can be unreliable and stressful
– Hospital car parks are expensive

Question 9

opening hours

Answer 9

– Opening hours of the GP surgeries may not be suitable for people who work or go to school as their hours may clash
– There are online/phone services such as calling 111 and the NHS website

Question 10

people who don’t have access to the services

Answer 10

– Homeless
– Immigrants
– English as an additional language
– Travellers