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
