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What are some examples of etiologic factors that can cause disease?
What are some examples of etiologic factors that can cause disease?
Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health as defined by Healthy People 2030?
Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health as defined by Healthy People 2030?
What is the definition of pathophysiology?
What is the definition of pathophysiology?
What is the main purpose of the History & Physical and Clinical Manifestations in patient care?
What is the main purpose of the History & Physical and Clinical Manifestations in patient care?
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What is the significance of interpreting diagnostic test results?
What is the significance of interpreting diagnostic test results?
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Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention?
Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in the prognosis of a disease?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in the prognosis of a disease?
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What is the term used to describe a disease that is not clinically apparent?
What is the term used to describe a disease that is not clinically apparent?
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What is the primary focus of epidemiology?
What is the primary focus of epidemiology?
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Which of the following is a key factor in determining the natural history of a disease?
Which of the following is a key factor in determining the natural history of a disease?
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What is the difference between morbidity and mortality?
What is the difference between morbidity and mortality?
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What is the term used to describe the use of scientific data to make healthcare decisions?
What is the term used to describe the use of scientific data to make healthcare decisions?
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Study Notes
Chapter 1: Concepts of Health and Disease
- Health is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948.
- Healthy People 2030 focuses on social determinants of health: Economic Stability, Education Access and Quality, Healthcare Access and Quality, Neighborhood and Built Environment, and Social and Community Context.
- Pathophysiology studies how the body responds to dysfunction or disease, including the body's response to events like cessation, interruption, or disorder of a body system or organ.
- Aspects of the disease process and etiologic factors, including causes and risk factors, are crucial to understanding diseases.
Pathophysiology
- Physiology studies the function of the body.
- Pathophysiology studies the body's response to dysfunction or disease.
- Disease is defined as an interruption, cessation, or disorder of a body system or organ structure
- Key components of pathophysiology include: Etiology, pathogenesis, morphologic changes, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, clinical course.
Aspects of the Disease Process
- This section delves into the different aspects of the progression and outcomes of diseases.
Etiologic Factors / Causes of Disease/Risk Factors
- This section deals with the causes and risk factors involved in the development of diseases.
- Biological agents (e.g., bacteria, viruses)
- Physical forces (e.g., trauma, burns)
- Chemical agents (e.g., poisons, alcohol)
- Nutritional excesses or deficits among others
How the History & Physical and Clinical Manifestations Inform the Nurse
- Information regarding disease diagnosis is crucial for nurses.
- Diagnostic tests results (normal or abnormal) are important to inform the diagnosis.
- Examples of diagnostic tests include serum sodium levels (normal range 135-145 mEq; Hypernatremia is above 150 mEq; Hyponatremia is below 130 mEq).
Disease Diagnosis and Predictive Factors
- Disease Diagnosis and Predictive Factors are important to understanding the development, outcome, and further treatment of a disease.
Clinical Course and Predictive Factors
- Clinical Course and Predictive Factors are very important in understanding diseases and their potential outcomes, and predict their development.
Natural History of a Disease
- The natural history of a disease describes the progression and projected outcome without medical intervention.
- This can be used to predict outcomes and assist in treatment decisions.
Preventing Disease
- Disease prevention can be categorized into three levels:
- Primary prevention: Removing risk factors to prevent disease from occurring (e.g., immunizations, folic acid for pregnant women).
- Secondary prevention: Detecting disease early when it is still asymptomatic (e.g., colonoscopies, pap smears).
- Tertiary prevention: Reducing complications and improving outcomes of the disease (e.g., beta-blockers after a heart attack).
Evidence-Based Practice and Guidelines
- Evidence-based practice in healthcare relies on scientific data.
- Clinical guidelines are derived from this data and are used to inform practice decisions.
- This includes algorithms, written directives, and clinical experience.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of health and disease in this quiz based on Chapter 1. Learn about WHO definitions, social determinants of health, and the role of pathophysiology in understanding diseases. Test your knowledge on the disease process and key components of pathophysiology.
