Unit 3 Part 2 Flashcards
Define health promotion
Health promotion is the process of enabling people to increase control over, and to improve, their health.
Health promotion encompasses a variety of activities and initiatives aimed at improving health and preventing disease.
What are the levels of disease prevention?
The levels of disease prevention are:
* Primary prevention
* Secondary prevention
* Tertiary prevention
Each level focuses on different aspects of health and disease management.
Compare and contrast theory frameworks in health promotion
Theory frameworks in health promotion can be compared and contrasted based on their:
* Focus (individual vs. community)
* Approach (behavioral vs. structural)
* Application (preventive vs. educational)
Different theories guide health promotion strategies and interventions.
Discuss factors related to a clientβs readiness to learn
Factors related to a clientβs readiness to learn include:
* Motivation
* Perceived need for knowledge
* Emotional readiness
* Previous experiences
Understanding these factors helps tailor educational approaches.
Articulate the factors affecting a clientβs ability to learn
Factors affecting a clientβs ability to learn include:
* Cognitive abilities
* Physical limitations
* Emotional state
* Environmental factors
These factors can significantly influence the effectiveness of health education.
Summarize the importance of health teaching
Health teaching is important because it:
* Empowers individuals to make informed health decisions
* Promotes disease prevention
* Enhances quality of life
Effective health teaching can lead to better health outcomes.
Describe the health professionalβs role in patient education
The health professionalβs role in patient education includes:
* Assessing learning needs
* Developing educational materials
* Facilitating learning experiences
* Evaluating learning outcomes
Health professionals are key in guiding patients through the learning process.
Outline the domains of learning
The domains of learning are:
* Cognitive domain (knowledge)
* Affective domain (attitudes)
* Psychomotor domain (skills)
Each domain addresses different aspects of learning and requires different teaching strategies.
Describe the principles of teaching
Principles of teaching include:
* Active engagement
* Relevance to the learner
* Clear objectives
* Feedback and reinforcement
Applying these principles enhances the effectiveness of educational sessions.
Summarize teaching strategies and methods relevant to health teaching
Teaching strategies and methods relevant to health teaching include:
* Lecture
* Discussion
* Demonstration
* Simulation
The choice of strategy should align with the learning objectives and audience.
Discuss special health teaching situations
Special health teaching situations may include:
* Chronic illness management
* Cultural considerations
* Health crises
* Pediatric education
Each situation requires specific approaches to effectively address unique challenges.