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Match the following terms to their proper definitions:
Health = State of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or illness Wellness = Positive state of health that is continually changing Illness = Functional or structural disturbance Disease = Physical indicators and subjective experience
An individual can have __________ in the presence of illness.
wellness
Identify which variables are internal and which are external.
Health is a state of complete __________, __________, and __________ well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
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Review the factors below and select whether they apply or do not apply to health.
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Identify the factors that contribute to wellness. Select all that apply.
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Which external variables influence the client's current health practices? Select all that apply.
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What are some ways that healthcare professionals assist clients in achieving optimal health? Select all that apply.
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Which variables are affecting Jonathan's health? Select all that apply.
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For each variable affecting Jonathan's health, identify if the variable is internal or external.
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Based on your understanding of the Illness-Wellness Continuum, Jonathan is facing towards __________.
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What recommendations could be made to assist Jonathan in improving his health? Select which recommendations are essential versus nonessential.
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What are the benefits of health education? Select all that apply.
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Study Notes
Health and Wellness Definitions
- Health: Complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or illness.
- Wellness: A positive state of health that continuously changes.
- Illness: A functional or structural disturbance.
- Disease: Physical indicators and subjective experiences associated with health.
Wellness and Illness
- An individual can maintain wellness even when facing illness.
Influencing Variables on Health
- Internal Factors:
- Growth and development
- Intellectual background
- Emotional factors
- External Factors:
- Family health practices
- Cultural background
Health Contributions
- Factors that apply to health include:
- Lifestyle choices
- Genetic makeup
- Living environment
- Disease or disability
- Psychological or mental health issues
Factors Contributing to Wellness
- Factors that contribute to wellness:
- Financial state
- Mental state
- Environmental state
- Social state
- Physical state
Case Study: Client's Health Practices
- External variables influencing the client:
- Family practice of not routinely visiting healthcare providers
- Financial difficulties from unpaid bills
- Support from social networks
Role of Healthcare Professionals
- Healthcare professionals assist clients in achieving optimal health by:
- Understanding dimensions of wellness
- Encouraging healthy behaviors
- Identifying risk factors
- Providing health education
- Delivering preventative care
Health Influencing Variables: Jonathan's Case
- Variables affecting Jonathan's health include:
- Financial struggles
- Childhood experiences
- Career choice
- Degree of stress
- Feelings about health
- Internal vs. External Variables:
- Internal: Career choice, degree of stress, feelings about health
- External: Childhood experiences, financial struggles
Illness-Wellness Continuum
- Jonathan is oriented towards high-level wellness on the continuum.
Recommendations for Health Improvement
- Essential recommendations for Jonathan:
- Consider vaccinations based on age
- Explore stress reduction strategies like meditation or yoga
- Nonessential recommendations:
- Quitting job to reduce stress
- Eating more fast food to save money
- Reducing exercise time for studying
Benefits of Health Education
- Health education offers numerous benefits:
- Development of health-oriented habits
- Improved wellness management
- Enhanced understanding of healthy behaviors
- Promotion of lifestyle changes
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