Socioeconomic Status and Its Impact on Health

Political, cultural, and institutional factors

Low socioeconomic status is associated with a higher incidence of low birth weight.

High socioeconomic status is associated with better access to healthcare, while low socioeconomic status is associated with limited access.

<p>Children from low socioeconomic status families are less physically active than those from high socioeconomic status families.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Between PHP 73, 367 and PHP 125, 772</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The health gradient is steeper in societies with high socioeconomic inequality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An expression of interest and a sign of honesty</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A sign of disrespect</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To avoid judgment and ensure effective communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Requesting that the patient demonstrate understanding by repeating what has been told</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Latin word 'advocare' meaning 'to call out for support', which originated from Ancient Rome and Greece.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure that the message is correctly understood and to clarify any misunderstandings</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is an ongoing commitment to advancing awareness by actively supporting and communicating the value concisely to various audiences to influence their perspective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Defining the moral and ethical responsibilities of the profession, as outlined in the Code of Ethics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It promotes respect for other professions existing in the institution and harnesses their potential for collaborative efforts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To protect patients and advocate on behalf of patients, the profession, and the public.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has enabled pharmacists to shift from product-oriented to clinically-centered services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Challenges include patients' use of herbs and foods, traditional healing therapies and rituals, and differing perceptions of prescribed Western medicine, which may influence their commitment to treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Herbs and traditional healing methods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Complementary medicine is used alongside standard medical treatment, whereas alternative medicine is used instead of standard medical treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Alternative medicine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The two approaches are Conventional (which relies on traditional medicine and herbs) and Western Medicine (which applies to drugs, surgery, and different procedures to manage signs and symptoms of treatment).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pharmacists can promote advocacy by (1) providing free services to patients, such as in charity wards, and (2) reaching out to these patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Competition is good for (1) personal development and (2) the upliftment of services provided in the department.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Competition can be viewed as (1) using skills and knowledge to promote patient welfare and (2) using skills and knowledge against other pharmacists, which is a negative form of competition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Attendances to conferences are important for (1) development, (2) professional growth, and (3) staying committed to the goals of organizations or institutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pharmacists have an obligation to extend their services beyond their individual practice sites to their broader communities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>These issues may include legal, regulatory, and financial issues, as well as other health policy issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers