Physical Health And Pharmacology

Question 1

Behavioural risk factors

Answer 1

Once called lifestyle factors a bit judgemental as this implied a choice when there may not have been one for example poverty and diet

Question 2

Assessing behavioural lifestyle risk factors in MHSUs

Answer 2

Diet
Physical Activity sedentary behaviour
Alcohol intake
Smoking
Immunisation
Sexual health
Medication side effects
Family history

Question 3

Assessing alcohol intake in hse

Answer 3

1 standard drink contains 10g of pure alcohol
Low risk weekly guidelines for adults are, up to 11 standard drinks in a week for women and
Up to 17 standard drinks in a week for men
At least two alcohol free days
Drinks should not be consumed in one sitting
Drinking at home might lead to higher measures than pub drinking .

Question 4

What do nurses have to do ?

Answer 4

Encourage ,educate and empower MHSUs regarding lifestyle and behavioural modifications.