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Which of the following is NOT considered a dimension of good health and wellness?
Which of the following is NOT considered a dimension of good health and wellness?
An illness is defined as a state of manifested abnormalities in body organs and system functions.
An illness is defined as a state of manifested abnormalities in body organs and system functions.
False
What is the primary goal of the healthcare system?
What is the primary goal of the healthcare system?
To promote quality health and state of wellness to everyone.
The ethical values and moral conduct that healthcare providers should uphold is referred to as ______.
The ethical values and moral conduct that healthcare providers should uphold is referred to as ______.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following components is NOT part of the healthcare system?
Which of the following components is NOT part of the healthcare system?
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Predisposing factors afflicting the body are known as determinants of health.
Predisposing factors afflicting the body are known as determinants of health.
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Name one of the patients' rights that must be respected.
Name one of the patients' rights that must be respected.
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Which of the following is NOT a role of healthcare providers?
Which of the following is NOT a role of healthcare providers?
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Healthcare providers have the right to privacy and confidentiality.
Healthcare providers have the right to privacy and confidentiality.
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List two responsibilities of healthcare providers.
List two responsibilities of healthcare providers.
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Patients have the right to ______ grievances regarding their care.
Patients have the right to ______ grievances regarding their care.
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Match the following rights with the correct party they belong to:
Match the following rights with the correct party they belong to:
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What is the definition of health according to the WHO?
What is the definition of health according to the WHO?
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Wellness refers only to the absence of disease.
Wellness refers only to the absence of disease.
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Healthcare providers should deliver services ______ and efficiently.
Healthcare providers should deliver services ______ and efficiently.
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Study Notes
Concepts of Health and Disease
- Determinants of Health: Factors influencing health, including host characteristics, lifestyle choices, environmental factors, and socio-economic status.
- Disease: A condition marked by abnormalities in bodily organs and systems.
- Illness: A subjective experience of feeling unwell; represents a psychological concept.
- Dimensions of Good Health and Wellness: Encompasses spiritual, mental, physical, emotional, environmental, and financial aspects.
- Health: Defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, beyond merely being disease-free.
- Healthcare Providers: Authorized professionals responsible for diagnosing, examining, treating diseases, and maintaining patient wellness.
- Patients' Rights: Fundamental rights that must be upheld and respected in healthcare settings.
- Sickness: The public manifestation of an unhealthy state, often linked to illness.
- Virtues of Healthcare Providers: Emphasizes ethical values and moral obligations towards patient care and interaction.
- Wellness: A dynamic state of well-being across physical, mental, and spiritual domains, enabling individuals to achieve their potential.
Healthcare System
- Comprised of organizations, people, and actions aimed at promoting, restoring, or maintaining health within a target population.
- Primary Goal: To promote quality health and wellness for all, ensuring equitable access to care and services.
Components of Healthcare Systems
- Organization: Groups established for healthcare delivery.
- Internal System: The framework supporting care provision.
- Individuals: Patients receiving care.
- Community: The broader population served by the healthcare system.
- Healthcare Professionals: Individuals delivering clinical services.
Roles of Healthcare Providers
- Deliver culturally sensitive and accessible health education.
- Ensure patients receive necessary health services.
- Provide informal counseling with emphasis on preventive care.
- Advocate for individual and community health needs.
- Offer direct services like basic first aid.
- Foster community and individual healthcare service development.
Rights of Healthcare Providers
- Right to respect and involvement in decision-making.
- Ensure written agreements and reviews of care.
- Protection of privacy and confidentiality in practice.
- Entitlement to compensation and equitable access to resources.
Responsibilities of Healthcare Providers
- Honor patient rights and solicit informed consent.
- Provide continuous and seamless patient care.
- Respond effectively to patient needs.
- Deliver services with efficiency and effectiveness.
- Manage public funds judiciously.
- Maintain a safe working environment for all.
Duties and Responsibilities of Patients
- Engage in open communication with healthcare providers.
- Provide comprehensive medical history.
- Collaborate with physicians on treatment plans.
- Compensate healthcare providers fairly for services.
- Commit to maintaining personal health.
Rights of Patients - Philippine Bill of Rights (AO 2008-001)
- Right to access information and select healthcare providers.
- Right to self-determination and respect for religious beliefs.
- Confidentiality regarding medical records.
- Freedom to leave hospital premises and decline participation in medical research.
- Right to express grievances about care received.
Health & Wellness
- Health: Defined as a holistic state of well-being including physical, mental, and social fitness.
- Wellness: Represents a positive state on the health continuum and encapsulates total well-being across multiple life aspects.
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Test your knowledge on the dimensions of health and wellness with this quiz. This includes understanding illnesses, healthcare goals, ethical values, and key components of the healthcare system. Discover how well you understand the fundamental concepts of health and wellness.
