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What dimension is not included in internal variables that influence health status?

Psychologic dimension

Biologic dimension

Cognitive dimension

Environmental dimension (correct)

Which type of illness is characterized by symptoms of relatively short duration?

Chronic illness

Terminal illness

Acute illness (correct)

Subacute illness

What factor is considered a modifiable external variable influencing health status?

Age

Genetic makeup

Geographic location

Occupation (correct)

Which statement about health beliefs is accurate?

Health beliefs are personal concepts about health. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a chronic illness?

Heart disease Signup and view all the answers

What does self-actualization refer to?

The innate need to develop one’s maximum potential Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT a component of wellness?

Financial Signup and view all the answers

How is wellness defined?

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes emotional wellness?

Recognizing and expressing feelings appropriately Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of environmental wellness?

Improving community health standards Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects intellectual wellness?

It includes the ability to learn and use information effectively. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of spiritual wellness?

To provide meaning and purpose in life Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an aspect of physical wellness?

Practicing positive lifestyle habits Signup and view all the answers

What is health promotion defined as?

Behavior driven by the desire to improve well-being. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes holistic nursing?

Understanding the patient as a whole individual. Signup and view all the answers

In Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which level is at the base?

Physiological needs. Signup and view all the answers

What type of needs are associated with feeling safe both physically and psychologically?

Safety and security needs. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of health and wellness?

Achieving balance among various aspects of life. Signup and view all the answers

Which need involves gaining and giving affection?

Love and belonging. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of physiological needs?

Having access to nutritious food. Signup and view all the answers

Which variable influences health status beliefs and practices?

Personal experiences and education. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Health Beliefs and Practices

Health promotion is defined as behavior motivated by the desire to improve well-being and achieve full health potential.
Disease prevention, or health protection, is defined as behavior motivated by the avoidance of illness, early detection, or maintaining one's health within the confines of an illness.
Nurses focus on holistic care, viewing individuals as complete beings rather than a collection of parts. They consider the individual's relationship with the physical environment and others.
Human needs are ranked in a hierarchy according to their importance to survival, with physiological needs being the most essential.
Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs ranks human needs in five levels.
Physiological Needs: Essential for survival: air, food, water, shelter, rest, sleep, activity, and temperature regulation.
Safety and Security Needs: Need for safety, both physical and psychological, in the environment and relationships.
Love and Belonging Needs: Giving and receiving affection, fitting into a group and a sense of belonging.
Self-Esteem Needs: Feelings of independence, competence and self-respect, as well as recognition, respect and appreciation from others.
Self-Actualization: Developing one's full potential and realizing one's unique abilities and qualities.
Health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being not merely the absence of disease.
Wellness is a state of well-being.
Well-being is a subjective perception of vitality, and feeling well.
Wellness includes self-responsibility, an ultimate goal that is a dynamic growing process, daily decisions in areas like nutrition, stress management, and physical fitness.

Components of Wellness

Physical wellness includes daily tasks, fitness, and positive lifestyle habits.
Social wellness involves successful interactions with others, intimacy, respect and tolerance.
Emotional wellness includes stress management, appropriate emotional expression, and accepting limitations.
Intellectual wellness relates to learning, utilizing information regarding personal development, and effective dealing with challenges.
Occupational wellness is achieving a balance between work, leisure and personal fulfillment.
Spiritual wellness involves beliefs in a higher power, morals, values, and a sense of life's purpose.
Environmental wellness encompasses promoting health measures that improve the standard of living and surroundings.

Health Status, Beliefs and Practices

Health status is an individual's health at a particular time.
Health beliefs are the true perceptions of health by individuals.
Health behaviors are actions aimed at understanding health, maintaining it optimally, preventing illness and injury, and achieving full physical and mental potential.

Variables Influencing Health Status, Beliefs, and Practices

Internal Variables (non-modifiable): Biological factors (genetics, sex, age), psychological factors (emotions, self-concept), and cognitive factors (lifestyles, spiritual and religious beliefs.)
External Variables (modifiable): Environmental factors (geography, climate), living standards (occupation, income, education), family factors, and social support networks.

Illness and Disease

Illness is a state where a person's physical, emotional, intellectual, social, developmental, or spiritual functioning is compromised.
Acute illness is short-term.
Chronic illness is long-term (lasting 6 months or more).
Disease is an alteration in body function that reduces normal function or life span.