the range of community services to support the dimensions of health and wellbeing

Question 1

recap of what health and wellbeing is
- aspects and dimensions

Answer 1

1. physical
2. emotional
3. social
4. spiritual
5. mental

Question 2

physical health and wellbeing

Answer 2

• efficient functioning of body systems
• body weight
• absence of illness or disease
• fitness levels
• energy levels
• immune system function

Question 3

emotional health and wellbeing

Answer 3

• recognise and understand emotions
• high levels of resilience
• manage emotions

Question 4

spiritual health and wellbeing

Answer 4

• sense of belonging
• sense of purpose in life
• peace and harmony
• personal values and beliefs

Question 5

social health and wellbeing

Answer 5

• effective communication
• supportive and well-functioning family
• productive relationship with others
• network of friends
• adapt to different social situations

Question 6

mental health and wellbeing

Answer 6

• low levels stress and anxiety
• positive self-esteem
• problem solving ability
• confidence
• thought patterns

Question 7

community services

Answer 7

• doctors, dentists, hospitals - we will mainly focus on this
• maternal and child health service
• sports or recreational clubs
• headpsace
• places of worship
• volunteer organisations

Question 8

doctors, dentists, hospitals

Answer 8

• GP clinics, specialists, hospitals, ambulance services, dental.
• Supports physical and mental health and wellbeing.
• Treatment for ill or injured patients.
• Treatments from GP, dentist, and hospital.

Question 9

impacts on health and wellbeing - clinical checks

Answer 9

• Vital health checks: Checks vital health like blood pressure and chronic diseases.
• Monitoring of infection: Checks temperature and signs of infection.
• Prescription of antibiotics: Optimizes body systems and prevents illness.
• X-rays: Assesses bones within the body, performs surgery if broken.
• Dental check: Builds self-confidence and promotes mental health.
• Mental health consultation: Allows patients to discuss thoughts and feelings with a medical professional.
• Emotional health and wellbeing: Allows patients to express and recognize emotions.

Question 10

impacts on health and wellbeing - in hospitals

Answer 10

• Removes cancerous tumors and diseases, restoring optimal physical health and wellbeing.
• Reduces risk of infectious diseases like COVID-19, promoting social and spiritual health.
• Allows for daily activities, promoting physical health and wellbeing.
• Provides life-saving treatment in emergency departments, preventing further injuries.
• Uses ventilators for respiratory disease patients, aiding in oxygen supply, promoting physical health and wellbeing.