Tutorial 3 Flashcards
state the 4 types of hazards?
biological - flu, exposure
psychological - deadlines, not getting on with workmates
mechanical - trips, slips, machines
chemical - dermatitis, acids
when is a fit note required?
if someone has been off for more than 7 consecutive days
what is susceptibility ?
increased predisposition to a disease
what affects susceptibility?
gender age occupation genetics lifestyle PMH personality nutrition
what is sustainability ?
ability to continue over time
state some global factors which could affect sustainability?
climate change loss of biodiversity resource depletion population and consumption healthcare crisis maternal inequalities
state some ways in which global transport could be more sustainable?
fuel efficient cars car sharing more public transport (promote bus links) more cycle lanes less car parking spaces incentives for car sharing video calls instead of meetings switch to local food suppliers
state some individual level ways of making food more sustainable ?
shop locally eat mostly plants grow your own food eat meat in moderation buy fewer processed foods
state some GP level ways of making food more sustainable ?
include diet in Hx
advise specific diets
understand the concept of glycemic index
laminate copy of eatwell plate
state some public health level ways of making food more sustainable ?
nutritional labelling on foods
banning unhealthy food such as transfat
restrictions on advertising unhealthy food
increase health education regarding food
state some heath impacts of climate change?
extreme heat - resp disease natural disasters variable rainfall - food supply change in infection pattern human migration
what is resilience ?
ability to quickly return to previous health condition
what are some positives of medical career?
job security work life balance financial security team working over time respect stable terms and conditions meeting new people all the time
what are some negatives of a medical career?
heavy work demand time management increasingly complex care long term conditions running a business
what is NHS sustainability development units strategy ?
prioritise environment health substitute harmful chemicals for safer alternatives use renewable energy reduce water consumption improve travel strategies source local food safely dispose of medications adopt greener building design and construction
state some questions that could be asked in occupational Hx?
A description of the present and previous jobs from leaving school.
Identifying any exposure to chemicals or other hazards ( may need to see confirmation from labels).
Did the symptoms improve when not exposed e.g. at weekends, holidays?
Determine the duration and intensity of exposure e.g. was it so noisy it was impossible to communicate
Is personal protection used e.g. what kind of mask?
What maintenance is in place for the protection measures?
Do others suffer similar symptoms?
Are there known environmental hazards in use?
Any hobbies, pets, worked overseas, moonlighting?
what does occupational health do?
Advise on measures to reduce/prevent work-related ill health
Advise on fitness for work
Promote health in the workplace and healthy lifestyles
Conduct research into work related health issues
Recommend appropriate adjustments in the workplace to help people stay in work
Advise on medical health
state some effects of unemployment?
Higher mortality;
Poorer general health, long-standing illness, limiting longstanding illness;
Poorer mental health, psychological distress, minor psychological/psychiatric morbidity;
Higher medical consultation
what can re employment help with?
improved self-esteem, improved general and mental health, and reduced psychological distress
