Health Teaching in Nursing

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The provision of interventions to cure specific conditions of individuals at the level of the community is known as ______.

Primary Care

Which of the following is NOT a principle of health education?

Principle of hierarchy

Principle of individualization

Principle of engagement (correct)

Principle of educational diagnosis

Health education aims to enhance wellness and decrease disability.

True

What are the two models that explain preventive behavior determinants?

HBM (Health Belief Model) and HPM (Health Promotion Model) Signup and view all the answers

What does health literacy empower individuals to do?

Access information, knowledge, and innovations related to health. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of Primary Health Care?

Brings healthcare closer to people Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to health education with their definitions:

Health Education = A combination of learning experiences designed to influence health behavior. Health Literacy = Skills needed to function in the healthcare environment. Health Promotion Model (HPM) = Focuses on individual characteristics and behavioral outcomes. Health Belief Model (HBM) = Predicts compliance based on perceived threats and benefits. Signup and view all the answers

Which modality of traditional alternative healthcare involves the use of needles to stimulate anatomical points on the body?

Acupuncture Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of community organizing focused on achieving self-reliance?

Focus of CO Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a principle of community engagement?

Obligation to Participate Signup and view all the answers

What describes the aim of community organizing?

To foster community development Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary advantage of individual discussions in health education?

They enable assessment of personal barriers and needs. Signup and view all the answers

Which term is associated with combining and applying essential aromatic oils to the body?

Aromatherapy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a method of preparing herbal medicine?

Decoction Signup and view all the answers

Which determinant of success is essential for effective primary health care (PHC)?

Knowledge and Capacity Building Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes the importance of community assets in organizing?

Community Assets Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'F' in the FACES model of community organizing stand for?

Focus on Self-reliance Signup and view all the answers

Which essential public health service focuses on evaluating the effectiveness and accessibility of health services?

Evaluate effectiveness, accessibility, and quality Signup and view all the answers

Which traditional healthcare practice is primarily concerned with the diagnosis and therapy of the spine and pelvis?

Chiropractic Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential disadvantage of role-playing in health education?

It may not capture realistic scenarios. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes community engagement according to the Centers for Disease Control?

A process of working through community groups. Signup and view all the answers

Which herbal medicine is commonly used for treating diarrhea?

Tsaang Gubat Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical aspect of the Medical Pool Placement and Utilization Program (MP-PUP)?

Bringing medical professionals directly to communities. Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes the importance of understanding the educational needs of the learners?

Principle of educational diagnosis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles has the highest recommended ratio to the population in rural health facilities?

RHU Physician Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a purpose of mobilizing community partnerships?

To address issues affecting community well-being. Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily aimed to actualize the health potential of individuals and communities?

Health Education Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options is not a strategy related to health education?

Standardized testing Signup and view all the answers

Which principle refers to the use of diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles?

Principle of multiple methods Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the task force committee in health education?

To join individuals with various expertise to achieve health goals Signup and view all the answers

Which model is focused on understanding why individuals engage in health-promoting behavior?

Health Belief Model (HBM) Signup and view all the answers

What setting is conducive for small group discussions as a health education strategy?

Talking circles / charlas Signup and view all the answers

Which principle stresses that learning should be applicable to real-life situations?

Principle of relevance Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the Health Behavior Model (HBM)?

Understanding individual characteristics and experiences Signup and view all the answers

How does Primary Health Care (PHC) aim to improve health outcomes?

By ensuring universal access to basic healthcare Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of health literacy?

Empowerment through information and knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates Primary Care from Primary Health Care?

Primary Care provides interventions for specific conditions Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes the role of social psychology in health compliance?

Principle of feedback Signup and view all the answers

What does the aim of health-enhancing behavior address in the Health Promotion Model (HPM)?

Fostering individual characteristics and experiences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Primary Health Care (PHC)?

Focuses solely on advanced medical treatments Signup and view all the answers

Which principle relates to promoting health by improving environments for better health?

Principle of empowerment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of nutritional therapy?

Improving health by enhancing food's nutritional value Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of community organizing involves establishing a partnership with the community?

Social Preparation Signup and view all the answers

Who is known as the father of modern community organizing?

Saul Alinsky Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'conscientization' refer to?

Developing awareness of social realities through reflection and action Signup and view all the answers

Which modality of community organizing aims to address issues of disenfranchised populations?

Social Action Signup and view all the answers

What does the capacity-building phase of community organizing primarily involve?

Education and training to acquire knowledge and skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of the social mobilization phase?

Identifying potential leaders and building an organization Signup and view all the answers

Which community organizing modality is most focused on grassroots initiatives?

Locality Development Signup and view all the answers

What role did Jack Rothman have in community organizing?

He explained various approaches to community organizing Signup and view all the answers

Which practice involves applying pressure on reflex points to enhance healing?

Reflexology Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Critical Nursing Skills

CHN II fosters problem-solving and critical thinking among learners.
Promotes active participation within learning environments.

Health Teaching

Integral nursing principle highlighted by Gardner emphasizes that all nurses, regardless of position, must be effective teachers.

Health Education

Vital for community health promotion, disease prevention, and wellness maintenance.
Encompasses learning experiences that encourage voluntary health-positive behaviors.
Objectives include enhancing wellness and reducing disability in populations.
Strives to actualize health potential across individuals, families, and communities.
Utilizes diverse strategies targeting individual behaviors within their social contexts for improved health.

Community Engagement Strategies

Task force committees unite diverse individuals to achieve community health goals.
Talking circles or charlas facilitate small group discussions in accessible locations to engage individuals.
Town hall meetings provide communal spaces for shared experiences and discussions on health issues.

Principles of Health Education

Educational Diagnosis ensures tailoring of teaching methods to needs.
Hierarchical approach ranks the importance of health information.
Cumulative Learning acknowledges the progressive nature of educational experiences.
Participation encourages active involvement in health education.
Situation Specificity considers individual contexts in learning.
Multiple Methods promote the use of varied instructional techniques.
Individualization addresses unique characteristics of learners.
Relevance ensures the material is connected to learners' lives.
Feedback provides assessment to improve learning outcomes.
Reinforcement strengthens motivation and retention of health behaviors.
Facilitation aids in creating supportive learning environments.

Preventive Behavior Determinants

Health Belief Model (HBM) and Health Promotion Model (HPM) serve as frameworks for understanding preventive behaviors.

Health Belief Model (HBM)

Based on social psychology, extensively tested for predicting compliance.
Focuses on health-enhancing behaviors driven by perceived threats and benefits.

Health Promotion Model (HPM)

Introduced in nursing literature in 1892; centers on competence and behavior-specific cognitions.
Unlike HBM, does not depend on personal threats for motivation.

Health Literacy

Empowers individuals through access to necessary health information and innovations.
Essential for developing environments conducive to public health.
Comprises skills to read and understand health-related materials for effective decision-making.

Primary Health Care (PHC)

A comprehensive approach to ensure community access to essential healthcare services.
Aims to connect healthcare delivery closer to communities, promoting active participation.
Provides preventative interventions and addresses specific health conditions at the community level.

Primary Care

Initial point of healthcare delivery by generalists serving individuals and populations.
Often referred to as "preventive medicine," focusing on the prevention of disease and promotion of health.

Individual Discussion

Facilitates individual assessment of cultural barriers, physical impairments, learning needs, and anxiety.
Promotes tailored health education plans and captures "teachable moments."
Lacks communal support and sharing opportunities.
Involves high staff time costs.

Role Playing

Effective in shaping attitudes and opinions.
Encourages engagement and empathy through simulation of real-life scenarios.

Essential Public Health Services

Monitoring of health status is a priority.
Involves diagnosing and investigating health problems.
Aims to inform, educate, and empower the community.

DOH Recommended Herbal Medicines

Lagundi: Treats asthma, coughs, colds, fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.
Yerba Buena: Used for headaches, stomachaches, coughs, and rheumatism.
Sambong: Acts as a diuretic and for kidney stones.
Tsaang Gubat: Helps with diarrhea and stomachaches.
Niyog-Niyogan: Anti-parasitic.
Bayabas: Good for wound cleaning and dental issues.
Akapulko: Used antifungally.
Ulasimang Bato/Pansit-Pansitan: Lowers uric acid levels.
Bawang: Alleviates hypertension and dental pain.
Ampalaya: Beneficial for diabetes.

Health Teaching and Education

Health teaching is a core nursing responsibility emphasizing the role of nurses as educators.
Health education is essential for promoting health and preventing disease in communities.
Incorporates strategies to improve wellness and reduce disability.

Principles of Health Education

Educational Diagnosis: Understanding individual learner needs.
Hierarchy and Cumulative Learning: Building knowledge progressively.
Participation and Situational Specificity: Engaging community members.
Multiple Methods and Individualization: Tailoring approaches to fit different needs.

Models of Preventive Behavior

Health Belief Model (HBM): Predicts compliance based on perceived threats and benefits.
Health Promotion Model (HPM): Focuses on individual experiences and cognitive factors rather than threats.

Primary Health Care (PHC)

Aims to provide equitable access to basic healthcare regardless of demographic factors.
Promotes community involvement and intersectoral partnerships for improved health outcomes.

Health Literacy

Involves empowering individuals with information necessary for making health decisions.
Key to achieving public health objectives and improving community health environments.

Health Technology Characteristics

Must be effective, safe, affordable, sustainable, and acceptable.

Common Modalities of Traditional and Alternative Healthcare

Acupressure: Pressure application on acupuncture points without needles.
Acupuncture: Involves needle insertion to stimulate specific points.
Aromatherapy: Uses essential oils for therapeutic benefits.
Chiropractic: Focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal issues through spinal manipulation.
Herbal Medicine: Utilizes plant-based products for medicinal purposes.
Massage: Manipulates soft tissues for therapeutic effects.
Nutritional Therapy: Enhances health through dietary adjustments.
Pranic Healing: Holistic approach focusing on energy balancing.
Reflexology: Pressure application on reflex points to boost healing.

Community Engagement

Defined as collaborative work with groups to address health issues.
Forms include task forces, talking circles, and town hall meetings, promoting dialogue and decision-making.

Community Organizing

Seeks collective action to address community issues through collaboration.
Encompasses the development of leadership, organizational skills, and self-reliance.

Community Development and Empowerment

Includes processes and outcomes aimed at enhancing community capacities.
Involves participatory methods aligning expert solutions with grassroots needs.

Main Figures in Community Organizing

Mahatma Gandhi: Advocated for social justice and community empowerment.
Saul Alinsky: Pioneered modern community organizing focused on participant involvement.
Paulo Freire: Promoted education as a tool for critical awareness and social change.
Jack Rothman: Analyzed different methodologies for effective community organizing.

Key Components of Community Organizing (FACES)

Focus: Self-reliance; aimed at achieving autonomy.
Aim: Development of community capabilities.
Concept: Teamwork and collective effort.
Element: Participation of all community members.
Strategies: Education, skill transfer, and resource sharing.

Phases of Community Organizing

Social Preparation: Initial partnership establishment, identifying community needs.
Social Mobilization: Active community participation and formation of core groups.
Capacity Building: Education and training to enhance community skills and knowledge.

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