24 Questions
What is the primary goal of managing chronic illness?
Maintaining a pleasurable and independent life
What is a characteristic of chronic illness?
Multiple changes and uncertain outcomes
How do people typically react to being diagnosed with a chronic illness?
Shock, denial, loss, and grief
What is a consequence of chronic illness on a person's life?
An irreversible change to daily life
Why is chronic illness considered a crisis?
Because it is a turning point in an individual's life
What percentage of people with chronic illness experience psychological symptoms?
20-25%
What is the primary outcome of disruption to established patterns of personal and social functioning?
Psychological, social, and physical disequilibrium
Which of the following factors influences the coping process according to Crisis Theory?
All three factors: Illness-Related, Background and Personal, and Physical and Social Environment Factors
What is the primary purpose of adaptive tasks in the coping process?
To formulate tasks to help cope with the illness
Which of the following is a characteristic of Health-Related Quality of Life?
All of the above
What is the primary goal of psychosocial interventions in crisis management?
To offer education and support services to help people adjust
Why do people often not attend support groups despite being offered?
The majority of people choose not to attend such groups
What is a key distinction between the management of acute and chronic illnesses?
The level of uncertainty about treatment outcomes
How does chronic illness affect a person's life?
It irreversibly changes one's life
What is a common initial reaction to being diagnosed with a chronic illness?
Shock and denial
Why is chronic illness considered a crisis?
Because it represents a turning point in an individual's life
What is the primary focus of managing chronic illness?
Maintaining pleasurable and independent living
How do chronic illness patterns and uncertain outcomes affect prognosis?
They create uncertainty about prognosis
What is the primary factor that influences the significance of an illness during the cognitive appraisal stage of the coping process?
Background and personal factors, such as age and philosophical commitments
What is the primary distinction between adaptation and adjustment in the context of crisis theory?
Adaptation refers to the outcome of the coping process, while adjustment refers to the process itself
What is the primary benefit of education and support services according to crisis theory?
They offer a forum for people to share their experiences and receive social support
What is the primary role of self-esteem in the coping process according to crisis theory?
It influences the formulation of adaptive tasks and coping skills
What is the primary difference between health-related quality of life and quality of life in general?
Health-related quality of life focuses on physical status and functioning, while quality of life focuses on overall excellence or fulfillment
What is the primary limitation of psychotherapy, CBT, and family therapy in crisis management according to crisis theory?
They are costly and not always necessary
This quiz covers the key differences between acute and chronic illness, including the characteristics of chronic illness, its impact on a patient's life, and the uncertainty of diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention outcomes. Understand the context of chronic illness and how it affects individuals. Test your knowledge and learn more about living with chronic illness.
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