ANA definition of health - ANSWER a dynamic state of being in which the development and behavioral
potential of an individual is realized to the fullest extent possible
ANA's 2004 definition of health - ANSWER an experience that is often expressed in terms of wellness
and illness, and may occur in the presence or absence of disease or injury
individuality - ANSWER each patient is different than every other human being. Nurses need to
remember this concept to help patients attain, maintain, or regain an optimal level of health
holism - ANSWER viewing a patient as a whole, complete person. rather than just their current state of
health or condition
homeostasis - ANSWER the relative constancy of the internal processes of the body. Values may vary,
but remain realitively constant
-includes O2, CO2 levels, BP, temperature, fluid/electrolyte imbalance.
Physiologic Homeostasis - ANSWER bodys internal environment is relatively stable and constant because
these processes are
-self-regulating
-compensatory
-regulated by negative feedback systems
-may require several feedback mechanisms to regulate
psychological homeostasis - ANSWER emotional or psychological balance or state of mental well-being.
Learned through life's exeperiences that require:
,-stable, safe physcial environemtn
-love and trust while growing with healthy adult role models
-live experiences that provide satisfaction
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - ANSWER understand that needs may be satisfied in healthy and
unhealthy ways
healthy people 2020 - ANSWER comprehensive 10-year strategy for promoting health and preventing
illness, and premature death. The foundation is the belief that individual health is closely linked with
community health and the reverse.
nurses role in health promotion includes: - ANSWER -spreading information and patient teaching
-wellness assessments and assessment for health risks
-healthy lifestyle and behavior changes
-environmental control changes
-health promotion activities and programs
-lead by example
nursing assessment for health promotion includes: - ANSWER -health history and physical exam
-physical fitness assessment
-lifestyle assessment
-spiritual health assessment
-social support assessment
-health risk assessment
-health beliefs
-life stressors
aspects of wellness include: - ANSWER -self-responsibility
,-an ultimate goal
-a dynamic growing process
-daily decision making in areas of nutrition, stress management, physical fitness, preventative
healthcare, and emotional health
components of wellness: - ANSWER -environment
-occupational
-intelectual
-spiritual
-physical
-emotional
-social
factors that affect health - ANSWER -biologic dimension variables include genetics, gender, age, and
developmental status
-psychological dimension variables include mind-body interactions and self-concept
-cognitive dimension variables include lifestyle choices and spiritual and religious beliefs
-external variables are physical environment, standards of living, family and cultural beliefs, and social
support networks
adherence - ANSWER the extent to which an individual's behavior changes coincides with medical or
health advice
factors that influence adherence - ANSWER -patient motivation
-degree of lifestyle change necessary
-perceived severity of the healthcare problem
-value placed on reducing the threat of illness
-difficulty understanding and performing behaviors
-degree of inconvenience
, -complexity, side effects, and duration of therapy
-specific cultural heritage that may make adherence difficult
-degree of satisfaction and quality and type of relationship with HCP
-cost
what should a nurse do when non-adherence is identified? - ANSWER -establish why the patient is not
following the regimen
-demonstrate caring
-encourage healthy behaviors through positive reinforcement
-use aids to reinforce teaching
-establish a therapeutic relationship
illness - ANSWER a highly personal state in which the persons physical, emotional, intellectual, social,
developmental, or spiritual functioning is thought to be diminished
disease - ANSWER an alteration in body function resulting in a reduction of capacities or a shortening of
the normal life span
etiology - ANSWER the cause of the disease or condition
acute illness - ANSWER characterized by severe symptoms of relatively short duration. Symptoms often
appear abruptly and subside quickly and, depending upon the cause, may or may not require
intervention by health care professionals.
chronic illness - ANSWER illness that lasts for an extended period of usually 6 months or longer. Usually
has a slow onset and often have periods of remissions and exacerbations
acute illness behaviors - ANSWER -experience symptoms
-assume the sick role
potential of an individual is realized to the fullest extent possible
ANA's 2004 definition of health - ANSWER an experience that is often expressed in terms of wellness
and illness, and may occur in the presence or absence of disease or injury
individuality - ANSWER each patient is different than every other human being. Nurses need to
remember this concept to help patients attain, maintain, or regain an optimal level of health
holism - ANSWER viewing a patient as a whole, complete person. rather than just their current state of
health or condition
homeostasis - ANSWER the relative constancy of the internal processes of the body. Values may vary,
but remain realitively constant
-includes O2, CO2 levels, BP, temperature, fluid/electrolyte imbalance.
Physiologic Homeostasis - ANSWER bodys internal environment is relatively stable and constant because
these processes are
-self-regulating
-compensatory
-regulated by negative feedback systems
-may require several feedback mechanisms to regulate
psychological homeostasis - ANSWER emotional or psychological balance or state of mental well-being.
Learned through life's exeperiences that require:
,-stable, safe physcial environemtn
-love and trust while growing with healthy adult role models
-live experiences that provide satisfaction
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - ANSWER understand that needs may be satisfied in healthy and
unhealthy ways
healthy people 2020 - ANSWER comprehensive 10-year strategy for promoting health and preventing
illness, and premature death. The foundation is the belief that individual health is closely linked with
community health and the reverse.
nurses role in health promotion includes: - ANSWER -spreading information and patient teaching
-wellness assessments and assessment for health risks
-healthy lifestyle and behavior changes
-environmental control changes
-health promotion activities and programs
-lead by example
nursing assessment for health promotion includes: - ANSWER -health history and physical exam
-physical fitness assessment
-lifestyle assessment
-spiritual health assessment
-social support assessment
-health risk assessment
-health beliefs
-life stressors
aspects of wellness include: - ANSWER -self-responsibility
,-an ultimate goal
-a dynamic growing process
-daily decision making in areas of nutrition, stress management, physical fitness, preventative
healthcare, and emotional health
components of wellness: - ANSWER -environment
-occupational
-intelectual
-spiritual
-physical
-emotional
-social
factors that affect health - ANSWER -biologic dimension variables include genetics, gender, age, and
developmental status
-psychological dimension variables include mind-body interactions and self-concept
-cognitive dimension variables include lifestyle choices and spiritual and religious beliefs
-external variables are physical environment, standards of living, family and cultural beliefs, and social
support networks
adherence - ANSWER the extent to which an individual's behavior changes coincides with medical or
health advice
factors that influence adherence - ANSWER -patient motivation
-degree of lifestyle change necessary
-perceived severity of the healthcare problem
-value placed on reducing the threat of illness
-difficulty understanding and performing behaviors
-degree of inconvenience
, -complexity, side effects, and duration of therapy
-specific cultural heritage that may make adherence difficult
-degree of satisfaction and quality and type of relationship with HCP
-cost
what should a nurse do when non-adherence is identified? - ANSWER -establish why the patient is not
following the regimen
-demonstrate caring
-encourage healthy behaviors through positive reinforcement
-use aids to reinforce teaching
-establish a therapeutic relationship
illness - ANSWER a highly personal state in which the persons physical, emotional, intellectual, social,
developmental, or spiritual functioning is thought to be diminished
disease - ANSWER an alteration in body function resulting in a reduction of capacities or a shortening of
the normal life span
etiology - ANSWER the cause of the disease or condition
acute illness - ANSWER characterized by severe symptoms of relatively short duration. Symptoms often
appear abruptly and subside quickly and, depending upon the cause, may or may not require
intervention by health care professionals.
chronic illness - ANSWER illness that lasts for an extended period of usually 6 months or longer. Usually
has a slow onset and often have periods of remissions and exacerbations
acute illness behaviors - ANSWER -experience symptoms
-assume the sick role
