Nursing Fundamentals Exam 1 CCBC
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Health
a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely
the absence of disease or infirmity
Illness
the unique response of a person to a disease; an abnormal process
involving changed level of functioning
Wellness
an active state of being healthy by living a lifestyle promoting good
physical, mental, and emotional health
Acute Illness
Generally, has a rapid onset of symptoms and lasts only a relatively
short time
Acute Illness Example
appendicitis
pneumonia
diarrhea
common cold
Chronic Illness
, - broad term that encompasses many different physical and mental
alterations in health
- slow onset
- may have periods of remission and exacerbation
- is a permanent change.
- it causes, or is caused by, irreversible alterations in normal anatomy
and physiology
- requires special patient education for rehabilitation.
- requires a long period of care or support
Chronic Illness Examples
diabetes mellitus
lung disease
arthritis
lupus
Stages of Illness Behavior
Stage 1: Experiencing symptoms
Stage 2: Assuming the sick role
Stage 3: Assuming a dependent role
Stage 4: Achieving recovery and rehabilitation
in stage 2 of illness behavior: assuming the sick role.
A person who defines oneself as sick and self-medicates or visits a
doctor is said to be
Health Disparity
particular type of health difference that is closely linked with social,
economic, and/or environmental disadvantage
- disparities in health outcomes are especially common in racial and
ethnic minorities, in whom higher rates of obesity, cancer, diabetes
mellitus, and AIDS are seen
Factors Influencing Health Disparities
Racial and ethnic groups
Poverty
Gender; age
Mental health
Educational level
Practice Exam 2025 Updated Verified
Questions With Correct Verified And
Well Analyzed Answers Graded A+
(2026 Update)!!!
Health
a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely
the absence of disease or infirmity
Illness
the unique response of a person to a disease; an abnormal process
involving changed level of functioning
Wellness
an active state of being healthy by living a lifestyle promoting good
physical, mental, and emotional health
Acute Illness
Generally, has a rapid onset of symptoms and lasts only a relatively
short time
Acute Illness Example
appendicitis
pneumonia
diarrhea
common cold
Chronic Illness
, - broad term that encompasses many different physical and mental
alterations in health
- slow onset
- may have periods of remission and exacerbation
- is a permanent change.
- it causes, or is caused by, irreversible alterations in normal anatomy
and physiology
- requires special patient education for rehabilitation.
- requires a long period of care or support
Chronic Illness Examples
diabetes mellitus
lung disease
arthritis
lupus
Stages of Illness Behavior
Stage 1: Experiencing symptoms
Stage 2: Assuming the sick role
Stage 3: Assuming a dependent role
Stage 4: Achieving recovery and rehabilitation
in stage 2 of illness behavior: assuming the sick role.
A person who defines oneself as sick and self-medicates or visits a
doctor is said to be
Health Disparity
particular type of health difference that is closely linked with social,
economic, and/or environmental disadvantage
- disparities in health outcomes are especially common in racial and
ethnic minorities, in whom higher rates of obesity, cancer, diabetes
mellitus, and AIDS are seen
Factors Influencing Health Disparities
Racial and ethnic groups
Poverty
Gender; age
Mental health
Educational level
