Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Flashcards
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Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Flashcards

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What does Healthy People 2030 serve as a guide for?

  • Eliminating diseases
  • Promoting health and preventing disease (correct)
  • Increasing healthcare costs
  • None of the above
  • Which of the following are major goals of Healthy People 2030? (Select all that apply)

  • Reduce healthcare expenses
  • Increase quality and years of a healthy life (correct)
  • Eliminate health disparities (correct)
  • Enhance access to technology
  • What is primary prevention?

    Prevention of the initial occurrence of disease or injury.

    Which of the following is NOT an example of primary prevention?

    <p>Screening for hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is an occupational health nurse teaching about when addressing work environment risks?

    <p>Primary prevention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which primary prevention strategy should a community health nurse implement for clients experiencing menopause?

    <p>Encourage participation in weight-bearing activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does secondary prevention focus on?

    <p>Early detection and treatment of disease to limit severity and adverse effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of secondary prevention?

    <p>Hearing tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the goal of a nurse conducting a screening class for hypertension be?

    <p>Identify the condition early.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does tertiary prevention involve?

    <p>Long-term management and treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity is an example of tertiary prevention?

    <p>Providing treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intervention should a nurse recognize as tertiary prevention?

    <p>Administering antibiotics to a client with AIDS.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primary prevention?

    <p>Prevention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does secondary prevention focus on?

    <p>Screening.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does tertiary prevention refer to?

    <p>Treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common barriers to health care?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is acculturation?

    <p>The process of merging with or adopting the traits of a different culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factors influence cultural care?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in data collection for a cultural assessment?

    <p>Collection of self-identifying data about the client's specific cultural beliefs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area should a nurse address during a cultural assessment?

    <p>Illness practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which information should a nurse include in the cultural portion of the assessment?

    <p>Food preferences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What considerations should be made when using an interpreter?

    <p>Should have knowledge of health-related terminology, avoid family members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can cultural sensitivity be conveyed?

    <p>Teach staff about cultural awareness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'I' in the I PREPARE mnemonic represent?

    <p>Investigate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'P' in the I PREPARE mnemonic represent?

    <p>Present Work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'R' in the I PREPARE mnemonic represent?

    <p>Residence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'E' in the I PREPARE mnemonic represent?

    <p>Environmental Concerns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 2nd 'P' in the I PREPARE mnemonic represent?

    <p>Past Work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'A' in the I PREPARE mnemonic represent?

    <p>Activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 2nd 'R' in the I PREPARE mnemonic represent?

    <p>Referrals and Resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 2nd 'E' in the I PREPARE mnemonic represent?

    <p>Educate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an appropriate question for a nurse to ask regarding the 'P: Past Work' in the I PREPARE mnemonic?

    <p>Where did you work in the past?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the eligibility criteria for Medicare?

    <p>Must be 65 years and receiving Social Security or disability benefits for 2 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Healthy People 2030

    • Guides health promotion and disease prevention efforts in the U.S.
    • Goals include eliminating health disparities and increasing both quality and years of healthy life.

    Levels of Prevention

    • Primary Prevention: Aims to prevent initial disease occurrence through health education, immunizations, and safety measures.
    • Secondary Prevention: Focuses on early detection and treatment to prevent disease progression, utilizing screening procedures like Pap smears and mammograms.
    • Tertiary Prevention: Involves long-term care strategies and rehabilitation to maximize recovery and manage chronic conditions.

    Examples of Prevention Strategies

    • Primary Prevention: Immunizations, healthy water quality, seatbelt usage, and health education classes.
    • Secondary Prevention Examples: Screening tests such as hearing tests, vision checks, and blood pressure assessments.
    • Tertiary Prevention Examples: Nutritional counseling for chronic conditions, physical therapy, and participation in support groups.

    Barriers to Health Care

    • Can include inadequate insurance, language and cultural barriers, geographic isolation, and lack of transportation to facilities.

    Cultural Awareness and Assessment

    • Acculturation involves adopting traits from different cultures and can affect daily living.
    • Cultural assessment includes identifying client beliefs, health practices, and language needs.
    • Key areas in cultural assessment focus on illness practices and food preferences.

    Data Collection in Cultural Assessment

    • Stages include gathering self-identifying data, understanding client perceptions of health needs, and determining how culture impacts intervention effectiveness.

    Using an Interpreter

    • Selecting professionals with health terminology knowledge is crucial. Avoid using family members due to potential biases and privacy concerns.

    Environmental Assessment

    • Use the "I PREPARE" mnemonic to evaluate environmental exposures:
      • Investigate, Present Work, Residence, Environmental Concerns, Past Work, Activities, Referrals and Resources, Educate.

    Medicare Eligibility

    • Individuals must be 65 years old or on disability for two years to qualify, also applicable to those with ALS or kidney failure.

    Test Prep Tips

    • Remember key definitions and examples of the three prevention levels as they may appear in assessments.
    • Be able to contextualize how cultural and environmental factors can influence health and healthcare access.

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    This quiz focuses on key concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention, including the Healthy People 2030 initiative and its major goals. Test your understanding of primary prevention strategies and their importance in public health. Ideal for students and professionals in health education.

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