Holistic Health and Human Development
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The focus of health should be?

  • On the person's poor health habits
  • On the person's diagnosed disease
  • On the whole person (correct)
  • On the person's disability

    • The types of wellness are?

  • Physical, social, emotional, financial, and spiritual
  • Physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual (correct)
  • Physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and ethical
  • Physical, social, sexual, intellectual, and nutritional

    • Holistic care involves?

  • Caring for the whole person (correct)
  • Caring only for a person's psychosocial needs
  • Dividing a system into parts
  • Caring only for a person's physical needs

    • Which of the following is an example of a psychosocial need?

    <p>Need to nurture spirituality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of giving holistic care to a resident?

    <p>Asking a resident to talk about her day while giving her a bath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A ____________ is something necessary for a person to survive and grow.

    <p>Need</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Residents need to feel as if they ______________ in their new home.

    <p>Belong</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first needs nursing assistants help residents meet are ________________ needs like food and water, rest, and sleep.

    <p>Physical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Moving a person from her home into a facility can cause _____________.

    <p>Anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Residents may feel less of a sense of self-worth as they become _____________ on others.

    <p>dependent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The highest need a person can achieve, according to Maslow, is _____________ ____________.

    <p>Self actualization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Generally, a nursing assistant will not need to understand different cultures to provide better care to residents.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Culture and background do not affect the way people behave when they are ill.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A nursing assistant should respond to new ideas with acceptance rather than prejudice.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    People of all cultures tend to be embarrassed about discussing their health.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the United States, there are only a few different cultures.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cultural competence is an ongoing process of learning about each person's beliefs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true of families?

    <p>Families play an important role in residents' health care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a nuclear family?

    <p>A mother, a father, and a child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the best response by the NA when a resident has his family visiting?

    <p>The NA should do everything possible to help the resident prepare for the visit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Staff members who are prone to this are at risk for inappropriate relationships with residents.

    <p>Substance Abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the care team member that families should be referred to when they ask nursing assistants about a resident's diagnosis?

    <p>Nurse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must nursing assistants maintain when working with residents and their families?

    <p>Boundaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An example of this is, 'Everything will be fine' or, 'It all works out in the end.'

    <p>Cliche</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nursing assistants can answer questions asked by residents and their families as long as the questions are within the NA's ________.

    <p>Scope of practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is important that nursing assistants listen and not do this when residents go to them with their problems.

    <p>Interrupt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A resident's religious items must be handled carefully.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Respecting religious beliefs includes letting Muslim residents know about Christianity.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Spiritual needs are different for each person.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Some people consider themselves spiritual but do not believe in a higher power.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Residents who do not believe in God will not feel as strongly about this belief as residents who do.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Believe that they do not know or cannot know if God exists.

    <p>Agnosticism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Actively deny the existence of any deity (higher power).

    <p>Atheism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Believe that a person can reach Nirvana, the highest spiritual place, after traveling through birth, life, and death.

    <p>Buddhism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Baptism that they do not know or cannot know if God exists.

    <p>Christianity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Believe that how a person moves toward enlightenment is determined by karma (the result of actions in this life and past lives that can determine one's destiny in the future lives).

    <p>Hinduism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Five Pillars of this religion include ritual prayer five times daily and donations to the poor and needy.

    <p>Islam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Believe that God gave them laws and commandments through Moses in the form of the Torah.

    <p>Judaism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person who does not experience sexual attraction to any gender.

    <p>Asexual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person whose physical, emotional, and/or romantic attraction is for people of the same gender or another gender.

    <p>Bisexual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person who abstains from sexual activity.

    <p>Celibate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Typically a heterosexual man who sometimes wears clothing and other items associated with women.

    <p>Cross-dresser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person whose physical, emotional, and/or romantic attraction is for people of the same sex.

    <p>Gay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person whose physical, emotional, and/or romantic attraction is for people of the opposite sex.

    <p>Heterosexual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A woman whose physical, emotional, and/or romantic attraction is for other women.

    <p>Lesbian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acronym for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender.

    <p>LGBT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person whose gender identity conflicts with his or her birth sex.

    <p>Transgender</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of changing genders; can include legal procedures, such as changing one's name and/or sex on documents, and medical measures, such as hormone therapy and surgery.

    <p>Transition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two reasons for a lack of sexual expression in long-term care facilities?

    <p>A lack of privacy and no available partner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    _____________ refers to physical changes that can be measured.

    <p>Growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ________________ means the emotional, social, and physical changes that occur in a person's life.

    <p>Development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ________________ development is the process of gaining an ability to do such things as walking, drawing, and grasping.

    <p>Motor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ___________ development is the process of children forming a sense of right and wrong.

    <p>Moral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ___________ development focuses on how children think and learn.

    <p>Cognitive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ___________ development is the process of learning to relate to other people.

    <p>Social</p> Signup and view all the answers

    _____________ development has to do with the reproductive changes that occur when young people reach puberty.

    <p>Sexual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which stage of development is playing dress-up in parents' clothing common?

    <p>Toddler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Both genders become fully sexually mature during this stage of development:

    <p>Adolescence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Decisions about education, employment, and marriage often occur during this stage:

    <p>Young adulthood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true of late adulthood?

    <p>People often retire from jobs and may need more medical care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Making a biased generalization based on distorted ideas about a group is?

    <p>Stereotyping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common stereotype about the elderly?

    <p>Elderly people are less intelligent than younger people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Most older people?

    <p>Are active and have many interests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Developmental disabilities are present at birth and emerge during childhood.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Developmental disabilities cause difficulty with language, learning, and self-care.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The most common developmental disability is autism spectrum disorder.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    People who have developmental disabilities prefer to be treated like children.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Health and Holistic Care

    • Health care should focus on the whole person rather than just a specific disease or disability.
    • Wellness encompasses physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions.
    • Holistic care involves addressing all aspects of a person's needs rather than just physical or psychosocial aspects.

    Human Needs and Development

    • Fundamental human needs are essential for survival and growth.
    • Residents in care facilities require feelings of belonging.
    • Physical needs, such as food, water, and rest, are prioritized by nursing assistants.
    • Transitions to care facilities can lead to anxiety for residents, impacting their sense of self-worth due to increased dependence on others.

    Maslow's Hierarchy

    • Highest need in Maslow's framework is self-actualization, achieved when individuals reach their fullest potential.

    Cultural Competence

    • Understanding different cultural backgrounds enhances caregiving.
    • Individual behavior during illness is influenced by cultural norms.
    • Nursing assistants must be open to new ideas and show respect for all cultures, avoiding stereotypes.

    Family Dynamics in Care

    • Families play a critical role in the health care of residents, with privacy and communication being essential.
    • A nuclear family is typically defined as a mother, father, and child.

    Professional Boundaries

    • Nursing assistants must maintain professional boundaries while interacting with residents and families.
    • Substance abuse among staff can jeopardize professional relationships.

    Spirituality and Religion

    • Respect for residents' spiritual beliefs is essential, and religious items must be treated with care.
    • Spiritual beliefs vary widely, with some individuals identifying as agnostic or atheist.

    Sexual Orientation and Identity

    • Definitions of diverse sexual orientations include asexuality, bisexuality, heterosexuality, and homosexuality.
    • Transgender individuals may undergo a transition process, which can include legal and medical changes.
    • LGBT is an acronym for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities.

    Developmental Stages

    • Growth refers to measurable physical changes, while development encompasses emotional, social, and physical changes throughout life.
    • Different types of development include motor, moral, cognitive, social, and sexual development.
    • Adolescence marks a significant period for achieving sexual maturity and making important life decisions.

    Stereotypes and Aging

    • Stereotyping the elderly, such as assuming they lack intelligence or independence, is common but inaccurate.
    • The majority of older adults remain active and engaged in life despite societal assumptions.

    Developmental Disabilities

    • Developmental disabilities are typically present at birth and manifest during childhood, affecting language, learning, and self-care abilities.
    • Autism spectrum disorder is not the most common developmental disability, counter to common perceptions.

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    This quiz explores the principles of holistic health care, emphasizing the importance of addressing all dimensions of wellness. It discusses fundamental human needs, Maslow's hierarchy, and the significance of cultural competence in caregiving. Test your understanding of how to nurture individuals in a holistic manner.

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