Short Answer Questions Flashcards
What factors do you think influence an individual to engage in unhealthy lifestyle? State at least six factors
financial status convenience work commitments culture ethnicity beliefs personality perceptions
Mention six ways in which an addiction can affect a persons life
financially family relationships physical health psychological health anxiety depression employment loss of friends
Define health according to WHO
a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
Outline four ways in which understanding of culture can help you to work effectively as a nurse in a multicultural society
less judgemental less stereotyping understand peoples different beliefs provide better care different social supports
Briefly describe an area where culturally sensitive health promotion programs have been effective in changing behaviour
the smarter than smoking campaign is targeted at adolescents through school health promotion classes to teach adolescents about the negative effects smoking has on the body and peoples lifestyles.
Identify four ways of improving client adherence with information given orally
assess education level
assess current knowledge about medication
discuss any concerns
nurse using empathy and sensitivity
assess understanding before leaving client
List three advantages and three disadvantages for using the internet as a tool for accessing health information for disadvantaged groups in society.
advantages: information available 24/7, easy to use and access, cheaper than visiting doctor, confidential
disadvantages: may not have access to internet, how reliable is the information, some people struggle with using technology
Briefly state four possible reasons why people are reluctant to engage in health screening activities.
scared of the results don't have the money to pay cognitive appraisal don't have the time or resources different cultures
