INTRODUCTION Flashcards
(16 cards)
Why is it important for healthcare professionals to envision a patient holistically?
A) To focus solely on the medical diagnosis
B) To consider the patient’s lifestyle and personal concerns
C) To minimize the time spent on each patient
D) To ensure that treatment decisions are made without patient input
B) To consider the patient’s lifestyle and personal concerns
How can a patient’s lifestyle impact treatment decisions in chronic illness management?
A) It has no effect on treatment options.
B) It can influence adherence to treatment plans and health outcomes.
C) It is only relevant for patients with mental health conditions.
D) It complicates the healthcare provider’s responsibilities.
Answer: B) It can influence adherence to treatment plans and health outcomes.
Why is establishing rapport with patients considered key to successful healthcare?
A) It allows for quicker diagnosis.
B) It helps in building trust and improving communication.
C) It reduces the need for follow-up appointments.
D) It focuses solely on the medical treatment.
B) It helps in building trust and improving communication.
How does understanding a patient’s experiences contribute to effective treatment?
A) It is irrelevant to medical treatment.
B) It helps healthcare professionals focus solely on therapy.
C) It facilitates behavior change and improves patient outcomes.
D) It complicates the treatment process.
C) It facilitates behavior change and improves patient outcomes.
How is acute illness best described?
A) A long-lasting condition that requires ongoing management.
B) An unexpected condition that resolves quickly.
C) A mild illness that has no significant impact on daily life.
D) A condition that gradually worsens over time.
B) An unexpected condition that resolves quickly.
What is a key characteristic of chronic illness?
A) It abruptly begins and ends quickly.
B) It tends to resolve without treatment.
C) It often becomes a long-term part of a person’s life.
D) It is always mild and manageable without professional help.
C) It often becomes a long-term part of a person’s life.
How is chronic illness defined in terms of duration?
A) An illness lasting less than one month.
B) An illness that persists for 3 months or more.
C) A temporary condition that resolves quickly.
D) An illness that lasts only during certain seasons.
B) An illness that persists for 3 months or more.
What percentage of people are estimated to have a chronic condition?
A) 1 in 10 people
B) 1 in 4 people
C) 1 in 5 people
D) 1 in 2 people
D
According to Curtin and Lubkin (1990), what characterizes chronic illness?
A) Temporary and reversible conditions
B) The presence, accumulation, or latency of disease states that require supportive care
C) Acute illnesses that resolve quickly
D) Conditions that only affect physical health
b
What is a significant consequence of chronic conditions globally?
A) They are the leading cause of sports injuries.
B) They contribute to both premature mortality and morbidity.
C) They primarily affect only the elderly population.
D) They are mostly reversible with proper treatment.
B) They contribute to both premature mortality and morbidity.
What percentage of deaths worldwide are attributed to chronic conditions?
A) Approximately 30%
B) Around 50%
C) About 70%
D) Less than 10%
c
According to the ADA, which of the following qualifies as an individual with a disability?
A) A person with a temporary injury.
B) A person who has a record of a physical impairment.
C) A person who is regarded as having a disability but does not have one.
D) A person who cannot read due to lack of education.
B) A person who has a record of a physical impairment.
What does the ADA specify as a criterion for determining an individual with a disability?
A) A person must have a visible physical impairment.
B) A person must have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
C) A person must be unable to work in any capacity.
D) A person must be diagnosed by a medical professional.
B) A person must have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
Which scenario exemplifies an individual with a disability under the ADA?
A) A person who struggles to read due to dyslexia.
B) A person who cannot read because they dropped out of school.
C) A person with a broken leg.
D) A person who is out of work due to personal choice.
A) A person who struggles to read due to dyslexia.
According to the World Health Organization, what does the term “disability” encompass?
A) Only physical impairments
B) Impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions
C) Mental health conditions only
D) Temporary injuries
b
What is defined as an “impairment” in the context of the Functional Model of Disability?
A) A limitation in social interactions
B) A difficulty in executing a task
C) A problem in body function or structure
D) A condition that lasts less than six months
c
