Preventive Health Care and Chronic Conditions Quiz

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Preventive health care focuses on identifying and treating conditions before they become serious through screenings, checkups, and counseling.
Regular preventive care includes flu shots, screenings, blood tests, and counseling to maintain good physical and mental health.
Under the Affordable Care Act, most health plans are required to provide certain preventive health services for free to make access easier.
Establishing a relationship with a primary care provider (PCP) is important for managing health needs and chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.
Regular visits to a PCP can help in early detection of symptoms, reduce overall health costs, and lead to fewer hospitalizations and emergency visits.
Preventive screenings help identify symptoms early, and PCPs can make helpful recommendations for specialists based on individual health needs.
Differentiating between sick care and healthcare is crucial, with sick care focusing on managing sickness reactively while healthcare emphasizes wellness and prevention.
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke, with different stages requiring lifestyle changes and monitoring.
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease, caused by plaque buildup in the arteries leading to symptoms like angina and heart attacks.
Obesity, unhealthy diet, lack of physical activity, smoking, high cholesterol levels, and high blood pressure are behaviors that increase the risk of heart disease.- Adolescents should have their cholesterol checked, especially if there is a family history of heart disease, diabetes, or high cholesterol.
Fasting for 8 to 12 hours is required before a cholesterol blood test.
HDL, known as good cholesterol, helps lower the risk of heart disease and stroke by absorbing excess cholesterol.
LDL, known as bad cholesterol, increases the risk of heart disease and stroke by building up on blood vessel walls.
Triglycerides are a type of fat in the blood and high levels, combined with low HDL and high LDL, increase the risk of health problems.
Normal cholesterol values: total cholesterol <200, LDL 70-130, HDL 40-60, and triglycerides <150.
Factors increasing the risk of high cholesterol include diet high in saturated and trans fats, obesity, lack of physical activity, smoking, high blood pressure, age, and family history.
Breast cancer affects both men and women, with genetic factors like mutations in BRCA genes increasing the risk.
Lifestyle factors impacting breast cancer risk include sedentary lifestyle, high saturated fat diet, obesity, alcohol consumption, and hormone replacement therapy.
Mammograms are essential for early detection of breast cancer, and screening guidelines vary based on age and risk factors.
Cervical cancer is mainly caused by long-lasting HPV infections, and screening through Pap tests and HPV tests can help prevent or detect it early.
Colorectal cancer is common and screening through colonoscopies or FIT tests is crucial, with guidelines recommending starting at age 45.
Diabetes affects millions in the US, and high blood sugar levels can lead to various complications such as heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and even certain cancers.
Lifestyle changes like weight loss, healthy diet, and regular physical activity can help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.
Regular screenings including A1C tests, blood sugar tests, kidney function tests, lipid profiles, and eye exams are essential for managing diabetes.
Controlling blood pressure, monitoring cholesterol levels, managing diabetes, taking medications as prescribed, and working closely with healthcare providers can help reduce the risk of heart disease.- PCPs and specialists should collaborate to prevent and treat medical conditions leading to heart disease, with regular discussions and question lists during appointments.
Annual wellness visits with established PCPs are recommended, including age, gender, and family history screenings, monitoring screening results, and developing a care plan collaboratively.
Medications may be prescribed as part of the treatment plan, with lifestyle modifications as the first step: healthy diet, regular physical activity, stress reduction, smoking cessation, and reduced alcohol intake.
Summa Care Resources offer condition and care management programs, telephonic health coaching, web health manager for education and goal setting, a 24-hour nurse line for medical questions, telemedicine feature for minor issues, smoking cessation program, and discounted health club memberships and nutrition programs.
Patients are encouraged to engage in these resources for comprehensive health and wellness support, including access to various programs and services for managing chronic conditions and overall well-being.

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Test your knowledge on preventive health care, chronic conditions management, screenings, lifestyle factors, and early detection of diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Learn about the importance of regular primary care provider (PCP) visits and engaging in wellness resources.