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Which of the following factors most significantly differentiates a chronic illness from an acute illness?
Which of the following factors most significantly differentiates a chronic illness from an acute illness?
- The speed at which symptoms appear and resolve.
- The need for treatment by a health care provider.
- Whether or not symptoms require any form of treatment.
- The potential for complete cure versus long-term management. (correct)
The management of a chronic condition primarily focuses on treating the immediate medical problems, with little regard for broader lifestyle or familial impacts.
The management of a chronic condition primarily focuses on treating the immediate medical problems, with little regard for broader lifestyle or familial impacts.
False (B)
In the context of chronic illness, what term describes the phase characterized by critical or life-threatening situations requiring emergency treatment?
In the context of chronic illness, what term describes the phase characterized by critical or life-threatening situations requiring emergency treatment?
Crisis Phase
The phase of chronic illness in which genetic factors or lifestyle behaviors increase the risk for developing a chronic condition is known as the ______ phase.
The phase of chronic illness in which genetic factors or lifestyle behaviors increase the risk for developing a chronic condition is known as the ______ phase.
Match each phase of chronic illness with its corresponding description:
Match each phase of chronic illness with its corresponding description:
Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of chronic conditions, as opposed to acute illnesses?
Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of chronic conditions, as opposed to acute illnesses?
In the downward phase of a chronic illness, there is typically a marked improvement in the patient's condition and overall quality of life.
In the downward phase of a chronic illness, there is typically a marked improvement in the patient's condition and overall quality of life.
What is the primary focus during the 'dying phase' of a chronic illness?
What is the primary focus during the 'dying phase' of a chronic illness?
Which of the following statements best encapsulates the role of individuals and their families in managing chronic disorders?
Which of the following statements best encapsulates the role of individuals and their families in managing chronic disorders?
Effective illness control in chronic conditions depends on treatment ______ by the patient.
Effective illness control in chronic conditions depends on treatment ______ by the patient.
Flashcards
Acute Illness
Acute Illness
A disease that is curable and has a short duration.
Chronic Illness
Chronic Illness
A disease with a long duration that may be incurable, requiring long-term management.
Pretrajectory Phase
Pretrajectory Phase
Genetic predispositions or lifestyle choices increase risk.
Trajectory Phase
Trajectory Phase
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Stable Phase
Stable Phase
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Unstable Phase
Unstable Phase
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Acute Phase
Acute Phase
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Crisis Phase
Crisis Phase
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Comeback Phase
Comeback Phase
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Downward Phase
Downward Phase
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dying phase
dying phase
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list the characteristics of chronic conditions
list the characteristics of chronic conditions
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Study Notes
Acute Illness
- An acute illness is considered curable, and has a short disease course
- Symptoms appear rapidly, but lessen quickly
- Acute illnesses may or may not require treatment by a health care provider
- Examples: common colds or influenza ("flu")
Chronic Illness
- A chronic illness involves a extended disease course
- Chronic diseases may be incurable
- Symptoms require long term management, at least 3 months or longer
- Examples: Diabetes, Cancer, Asthma
Characteristics of Chronic Conditions
- Management is more than just treating medical problems
- Illness control requires treatment compliance
- Chronic conditions can lead to other chronic conditions
- Chronic conditions affect the entire family
- Management is the responsibility of people with chronic disorders and their family
- The management is a process of discovery
- Effective management involves a collaborative process
- Management of chronic conditions is often expensive
- Chronic condtions may raise difficult ethical issues
- Living with a chronic condtion involves living with uncertainty
Phases of Chronic Illness
- Pretrajectory phase reflects the risk for chronic conditions due to genetic factors or lifestyle behaviors
- Trajectory phase involves the onset of symptoms related to a chronic condition
- Stable phase reflects the control of illness symptoms
- Unstable Phase involves remission and exacerbation of symptoms
- Acute Phase involves severe or unrelieved symptoms needing hospitalization and bed rest
- Crisis Phase involves critical or life-threatening situations that require emergency treatment
- Comeback Phase involves gradual recovery & return to an acceptable way of life
- Downward Phase involves gradual or rapid worsening of a condition
- Dying Phase happens during the final days or weeks before death, characterized by gradual or rapid organ dysfunction and loss of interest in daily activities
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