Exam 2 Prep Flashcards
(42 cards)
What is the family and medical leave act (FMLA)
- employee can take care of someone the protects them from getting fired
- or if they are sick or has a child
signs of caregiver stress
- abusing alcohol or drugs
- worrying constantly
- weight changes
- sleep issues
- losing interest in activities
- easily irritated or angry
barriers to nutrition goals
- food desert
- cost
- cultural influences
- ability to eat
- mobility status
- health literacy
what are health disparities that prevents routine care visits
- ethnicity
- disability
- socioeconomic status
- geographic location
- health literacy & language barriers
what are community risk factors for child maltreatment
- poverty, unemployment
- violence & crime
- less community cxns, reacreational activities
- exposure to hazards
- neighorhood safety
risk factors for decreased access to healthcare
- low-income, densely populated, or rural areas
- lack of facilities near
- transportation issues
- over-reliance on ER
Leading causes of unintentional injuries: infants, toddlers/preschoolers, school-age/adolescents
- infants: suffocation
- todders & preschoolers: choking, drowning
- school age & adolescents: MVC, firearms, alcohol/drug poisoning
Levels of prevention autism spectrum disorder
- primary: maternal education - avoid stuff, prenatal care
- secondary: screening
- tertiary: speech, OT, PT, therapies
when is ADHD typically diagnosed
age 5-8yrs old
what are physical & cognitive sign of ADHD
Physical
- ability to pay attention
- difficulty organizing
- impulsivity
- talk excessively or overly active
Cognitive
- easily frustrated
- frequent mood swings
- poor social behavior
Impact of ADHD
- academic struggles
- substance use
- increased risk taking
- poor social behavior
- difficulty maintaining friends
what is the etiology of ADHD
strong genetic link
risk factors for ADHD
- brain injury
- prenatal toxin exposure
- prematurity
- low birth weight
what are the 6 social determinants of health
- economic stability, job availability
- neighborhood & built environment
- education access
- nutrition
- social & community
- healthcare access
individual factors what makes pt more vulnerable
- chronic illnesses, disabilities
- infants & elderly
- psychosocial aspects
- disenfranchisement: lack of basic civil rights
strategies to decrease health disparities
- advocacy
- community resources
- culturally competent care
- policies & legislative
primary prevention strategies for homelessness
- referral sources
- legislation advocacy
- screening for risk factors: SDOH
- educate communities about financial planning, navigating public benefits
what is ableism
- discrimation or prejudice against people with disabilities
- belief that typical abilities are superior and otherwise needs to be “fixed”
what are examples of ableism
- assuming incompetence
- inaccessible environments
- dismissal of symptoms
- over-medicalization
what should the focus be on for a person with disabilities
focus on their strengths, needs, and goals
NOT diagnosis
what are signs of neglect in children
- delayed immunizations
- poor hygiene
- inappropriate clothing
- low wt gain or developmental delays
- frequent absences from school
what are halal dietary choices
- no pork or its products: gelatin capsules
- no alcohol: alcohol based syrups
- don’t mix utensils for halal and non-halal foods
- ramadan: fast from sunrise to sunset
what is cultural awareness
- awarenss of own emotions and beliefs
- recognizing how differences can positively impact their health and well-being
what is cultural humility
- genuine respect and openness to unique backgrounds
- lifelong learning and self-reflection
- learn from pts