Nursing Fundamentals - CCBC Ultimate Exam |
Questions and Answers | Verified Solutions | 2026
Edition | Pass Guaranteed
Save
Terms in this set (173)
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 appendicits
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: A person who defines oneself as sick and self-
assuming the sick role. 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 Racial and ethnic groups
Disparities Poverty
Gender; age
Mental health
Educational level
Disabilities
Sexual orientation
Health insurance and access to health care
Factors Affecting Health and Illness Basic human needs
The human dimensions
Self-concept
Risk factors for illness or injury
Maslow's Hierarchy of Human Needs physiologic
safety and security
love and belonging
self-esteem
self actualization
Physiologic Needs Oxygen: most essential
Water
Food
Elimination
Temperature
Sexuality
Physical activity
Rest
Questions and Answers | Verified Solutions | 2026
Edition | Pass Guaranteed
Save
Terms in this set (173)
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 appendicits
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: A person who defines oneself as sick and self-
assuming the sick role. 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 Racial and ethnic groups
Disparities Poverty
Gender; age
Mental health
Educational level
Disabilities
Sexual orientation
Health insurance and access to health care
Factors Affecting Health and Illness Basic human needs
The human dimensions
Self-concept
Risk factors for illness or injury
Maslow's Hierarchy of Human Needs physiologic
safety and security
love and belonging
self-esteem
self actualization
Physiologic Needs Oxygen: most essential
Water
Food
Elimination
Temperature
Sexuality
Physical activity
Rest
