Concept of Man, Health and Illness

Question 1

of complete physical, mental, and social well being
not merely thr absence of disease or infirmity

Answer 1

Health (by WHO)

Question 2

T or F

tolerance for stress is individual

Answer 2

TRUE

Question 3

T or F

the ability to maintain a high level of wellness is affected by an indivudal’s ideas, attitude and knowledge

Answer 3

TRUE

Question 4

is the health problem experiencing by a person subjective or objective?

T or F

only the individual person can say he or she is ill

Answer 4

subjective, TRUE

Question 5

it is an ** abnormal process** in which the person’s level of functioning is changed compared with a previous level

Answer 5

Illness

Question 6

Synonymous with disease and may or may not be related to disease

Answer 6

Illness

Question 7

On a person level, Health is defined according to?
A.
B.
C.

Answer 7

A. how the person feels
B. whether there is absence or presence of sumptoms of illness
C. ability of the individual to carry out activities

Question 8

Factors that influence Illness

Answer 8

1. Self Perception
2. Other’s Perception
3. Effects of changes in body structure & function
4. Effects of changes on roles & relationships
5. Effects of changed on roles & relationships
6. Cultural & spirital values & beliefs

Question 9

Two types of illness

Answer 9

Acute and Chronic

Question 10

characterized by rapid onset of symptoms or relatively short duration

Answer 10

Acute Illness

Question 11

Symptoms may appear abruptly and subside quickly

may or may not require intervention depending on the cause.

Answer 11

Acute Illness

Question 12

Illness that lasts for an extended period, usually 6 months or longer, or often for a person’s life

Answer 12

Chronic

Question 13

type of illness that may have a slow onset

Answer 13

Chronic

Question 14

Remission under Chronic Illness means symptoms…
a. appear
b. reappear
c.disappear

Answer 14

C. Disappear

Question 15

Exacerbation under Chronic Illness means symptoms…
a. appear
b. reappear
c.disappear

Answer 15

B. Reappear

Question 16

3 Factors Affecting Health and Illness (WHO)

Answer 16

1. Social and Economic Environment
2. Physical Environment
3. Person’s Individual characteristics and Behavior

Question 17

Symptoms reappear

Answer 17

Exacerbation

Question 18

Symptoms Disappear

Answer 18

Remission

Question 19

what are the 5 Social and Economic Environement Factors?

Answer 19

1. Income and Social Status
2. Education
3. Social Support Networks
4. Culture
5. Health Service

Question 20

A Social & Economic Environment Factor that sates that higher income and social status are linked to better health

Answer 20

Income and Social Status

Question 21

A Social & Economic Environment Factor that sates that low education levels are linked with *poor health, more stress and lower self confidence

Answer 21

Education

Question 22

A Social & Economic Environment Factor that sates that greater supoort from families, friends and communities is linked to better health

Answer 22

Social Support Networks

Question 23

A Social & Economic Environment Factor that sates that customs and traditions, and the belief of the family and community affect health

Answer 23

Culture

Question 24

A Social & Economic Environment Factor that sates that access and use of services that prevent and treat disease influence health

Answer 24

Health Services

Question 25

Safe water and clean air a. physical environment b. social & economic c. person’s indiv characteristic and behavior

Answer 25

Physical Environment

Question 26

Employment And working condition a. physical environment b. social & economic c. person’s indiv characteristic and behavior

Answer 26

Physical Environment

Question 27

Genetics, Gender, Coping skills, and Personal Behavior a. physical environment b. social & economic c. person’s indiv characteristic and behavior

Answer 27

C.

Question 28

11 Stages of Health Seeking Behavior

Answer 28

Stage 1 : Symptom Experiences Stage 2 : Self-treatment or Self-medication Stage 3: Communication to Others Stage 4: Assessment of Symptoms Stage 5: Sick-role Assumption Stage 6: Concern Stage 7: Efficacy of treatment Stage 8: Selection of treatment Stage 9: Treatment Stage 10: Assessment of Effectiveness of Treatment Stage 11: Recovery and Rehabilitation

Question 29

Stage of health seeking behavior where you are recognizing and assuming you are sick

Answer 29

Stage 5: Sick Role assumption

Question 30

Stage of Health Seeking Behavior where you are questioning if the fever is still ordinary

Answer 30

Stage 6: Concern

Question 31

Stage of Health Seeking Behavior where u are questioning if the paracetamol works

Answer 31

Stage 8: Efficacy of Treatment

Question 32

Last stage of Health Seeking behavior where you are going back to optimal level

Answer 32

Stage 11: Recovery and Rehabilitation

Question 33

describes as the **organized response of a society** to the *health problems* of its population

Answer 33

Health Care Delivery System (HDS)

Question 34

the **organization of people**, **institutions**, and **resources** that *deliver health care services* to meet the health needs target population

Answer 34

Health care system

Question 35

Level of Prevention/ care that promotes health and prevents Disease (**health prevention and disease prevention**) example: **Immunization/ Vaccination**, **Teaching**

Answer 35

Primary Level

Question 36

Level of Prevention/ care that has Diagnosis and **Early Treatment**

Answer 36

Secondary Level

Question 37

Level of Prevention/ care that has Rehabilitation, *Health Restoration* & Palliative Care

Answer 37

Tertiary Level

Question 38

Factors Influencing Delivery of HC

Answer 38

1. Cost 2. Access 3. Safety and Quality

Question 39

A **group of position** that are **similar in nature and level of skill** that can be carried out by or more individuals

Answer 39

Job

Question 40

a **group of JOBS** that are similar in type of work and are usually found throughout an industry or work environment

Answer 40

Occupation

Question 41

a *type of Occupation** that meets *certain criteria* that raise it to a level above that of an occupation

Answer 41

Profession

Question 42

7 Criteria of a Profession (BOSSCAP)

Answer 42

Body of Knowledge Ongoing Research Service Orientation Specialized Education Code of Ethics Autonomy Professional Organization

Question 43

T or F **All professions are occupations but not all occupations are professions.**

Answer 43

True

Question 44

a **SET OF ATTRIBUTES**, a way of life that implies responsibility and commitment

Answer 44

Professionalism

Question 45

**Process** of **ACQUIRING** characteristics of a professional

Answer 45

Professionalization