Support

Question 1

Disease

Answer 1

Abnormal condition affecting an organism. Could be due to infection, degeneration of tissue, injury/trauma, toxic expose, development of cancer

Question 2

Illness

Answer 2

Refers to the feelings that might come w having a disease. Feelings like pain, fatigue, weakness, discomfort, distress, confusion etc. The reason people seek healthcare and the way people measure their success with treatment.

Question 3

Sickness

Answer 3

Is a social identity. It is poor health or health problems of an individual. Usually applied if people miss work / cannot function normally in society (sick-leave) sick role

Question 4

Somatoform disease

Answer 4

Physical symptoms, but no organic cause that can be detected through medical examination

Question 5

Hypochondria

Answer 5

Someone thinks that he has a disease when he does not.

Question 6

Disability

Answer 6

Is an umbrella term for impairment, activity limitations and participation restrictions

Question 7

Impairment

Answer 7

Problem in body function or structure

Question 8

Activity limitation

Answer 8

Difficulty encountered by an individual in executing a task or action

Question 9

Particitpation restriction

Answer 9

A problem experienced by an individual in involvement in life situations.

Question 10

Determinants of the illness

Answer 10

1. Factors influencing process of being ill

2. Attitude towards disorder

Question 11

What are the factors influencing the process of being ill?

Answer 11

age (limit disease) , gender ( women react faster) , income and social status(lower social status= greater acceptance of dx, higher status= more knowledge) , culture, personality and emotional factors

Question 12

Attitude towards the disease

Answer 12

• Perception of the illness as a challenge
• Perception of the illness as a threat (rejection, angry, refuse of treatment)
• Perception of the illness as punishment (passivity, reluctance to tx)
• Perception of the illness as a relief (i need rest)
• Perception of the illness as an eye opening experience (eager to cooperate w doctor)

Question 13

Good health is a major resource for…

Answer 13

Social, economic and personal development and an important dimension of quality of life

Question 14

Social support

Answer 14

A network of family friends, neighbors, community members that is available in times of need to give psychological, physical and financial help. Support / protect citizens during various life changes that can affect their health.

Question 15

What are the normal life changes that might require social support?

Answer 15

• Having and raising a child
• Attaining education
• Seeking housing
• Reaching retirement

Question 16

Unexpected life events that might need social support

Answer 16

• Unemployment
• Mental and psychological illness
• Accident

Question 17

Unexpected life events affect health through ..

Answer 17

Economic insecurity and psychological stress

Question 18

What are the types of social support?

Answer 18

1. Emotional
2. Esteem
3. Network
4. Informational
5. Tangible

Question 19

Emotional support

Answer 19

Communication that meets an individuals emotional or affective needs

Question 20

Esteem support

Answer 20

Communication that bolsters an individuals self-esteem or beliefs in their ability to handle a problem or perform a needed task “i know you can do it bc you’re alway good at..”

Question 21

Network support

Answer 21

Communication that reminds people that they are not alone in whatever situation they are facing

Question 22

Informational support

Answer 22

Communication providing useful or needed information

Question 23

Tangible support

Answer 23

Any physical assistance provided by others, making a meal og driving.

Question 24

Family support

Answer 24

• Lessen the chance that one will become sick or die from heart disease
• People w/o strong social support are 50% more likely to die from illness than those who had such support
• Important for those w chronic disease
• Will help patient to adhere to medical regimen

Question 25

How does family support help patient to adhere to medical regimen?

Answer 25

1. Keep apointments
2. Monitoring blood sugar and BP
3. Take medicine
4. Get regular exercise
5. Eat healthier foods

Question 26

How does family support provide practical support?

Answer 26

Help with ride to doctor or pharmacy. Going to the supermarket. Childcare during healthcare

Question 27

What is social safety?

Answer 27

1) Unemployment insurance 2) Social assistance 3) Sick leave 4) Disability benefits 5) Retirement pension 6) Childcare 7) Health services and social service 8) Home care services

Question 28

How is health care system a source of support

Answer 28

• Helping patient and their loved ones deal w Dx
• Supporting pat ++ in making informed choices about care
• Providing Tx
• Assisting pat in accessing community resources
• Helping pat navigate the healthcare system

Question 29

What are the determinants of illness?

Answer 29

Socioeconomic position, cultural background, personality, social supprt

Question 30

Characteristics of the discipline of general practice/FM

Answer 30

• Normally the point of first medical contact within the health care system
• Develops a person-centered approach, oriented to the individual his /her family and their community
• Mx simultaneously both acute and chronic health problems of individual patients

Question 31

As doctors we should treat..

Answer 31

Both illness and disease