Physical factors - Inherited conditions

Question 1

Physical factors: Inherited conditions
Physical - sickle cell

Answer 1

• Increased risk of stroke: cells block blood vessels supplying blood to brain.
• risk of infection: weaker immune system

Question 2

Physical factors: Inherited conditions
Physical - cystic fibrosis

Answer 2

• poor growth: mucus stops absorption of nutrients.
• risk infection: weaker immune system

Question 3

Physical factors: Inherited conditions
Intellectual - general

Answer 3

• impact academic/ professional attainment: time off

Question 4

Physical factors: Inherited conditions
Emotional - general

Answer 4

• anxiety about managing condition
• low mood: living with chronic condition upsetting.

Question 5

Physical factors: Inherited conditions
Social - general

Answer 5

• social isolation: avoid meeting up due to high risk contracting infection.