TFN 3F Flashcards
is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. (WHO,1948)
HEALTH
defined health as a
dynamic state of being in which developmental and behavioral
potential of an individual is realized to the fullest extent possible.
American Nurses Association (ANA)
suggest that for many people, conditions
of life rather than pathological states are what define health.
Pender et al (2006)
can be positive or negative
HEALTH BEHAVIOR
are activities related to maintaining, attaining or regaining good health and preventing illness.
EXAMPLES: Sleeping early for 8hrs-10hrs, immunization to protect the body from diseases,
eating fruits and vegetables.
Positive health behaviors
are practices actually or potentially harmful to one’s health.
Negative health behaviors
is the inability of an individual’s adaptive responses to maintain
physical and emotional balance that subsequently results in an impairment of functional abilities.
ILLNESS
involves ways an individual describes, monitors, and interprets the symptoms, take remedial actions and use health care systems.
LLNESS BEHAVIOR
is the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal.
WELLNESS
is the ability to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells.
IMMUNITY
characterized by severe symptoms of relatively short period of time, usually reversible
ACUTE
gradual, that lasts a long time, irreversible
CHRONIC
STAGE 1: Symptom Experience
STAGE 2: Assumption of the sick role
STAGE 3: Medical Care Contact
STAGE 4: Dependent Client Role
STAGE 5: Recovery of Rehabilitation
Stages of illness
- The person is aware that something is wrong
- Recognizing one or more symptoms such as fever, rashes,
pain etc.
STAGE 1: SYMPTOM EXPERIENCE
- If symptoms persist and become sever, the person assume the sick role
- Sick people seek validation from family and social group.
STAGE 2: ASSUMPTION OF THE SICK ROLE
- The sick person seeks out health care provider for diagnosis and treatment.
- May give up independence.
STAGE 3: MEDICAL CARE CONTACT
- The client depends on the health care professions for the relief of symptoms.
- Requires assistance in carrying out the activities of daily living; needs emotional support.
STAGE 4: DEPENDENT OF CLIENT ROLE
- The client may return to health at a higher level of functioning,
- Resumes normal activities and responsibilities.
STAGE 5: RECOVERY OR REHABILITATION
o member of the family who is ill
o seriousness and level of illness
o cultural and social customs of the family
THREE FACTORS
o Behavioral and emotional changes
o Changes in self-concept and body image
o Lifestyle changes
ON CLIENT
o Role changes
o Task reassignments and extra demands on time o Increased stress and conflict
o Financial problems
o Loneliness
o Change on social customs
ON THE FAMILY
- Rapid an accurate diagnosis of an infectious disease
- Prompt treatment of infected clients
- Safe disposal of waste
- Sterilization and disinfection of medical equipment
- Implementation of an environmental decontamination strategy
OPPURTUNITIES TO BREAK OR DISTRUPT THE CHAIN AT ANY LINK IN A HEALTHCARE SETTING
o seeks to prevent a disease or condition
o applied to clients considered physically and
emotionally healthy.
PRIMARY PREVENTION
focuses on individuals experiencing health problems or illnesses and are risk for developing complications or worsening conditions.
SECONDARY PREVENTION
