World Health Organization's Definition of Health
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What organization was founded in 1948?

  • Basic Nursing
  • Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
  • World Health Organization (WHO) (correct)
  • Basic Nutrition
  • Which term relates to the whole person?

  • Healing (correct)
  • Physical Wellness
  • Homeostasis
  • Balance
  • Which concept refers to understanding one's own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors?

  • Spirituality
  • Self-Awareness (correct)
  • Intellectual Wellness
  • Cultural Considerations
  • Which principle emphasizes personal responsibility for one's own health?

    <p>Personal Responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the overall well-being of an individual?

    <p>Sociocultural Wellness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs discuss?

    <p>Five aspects of total wellness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the WHO, how do they define health?

    <p>A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does holistic health view as an integrated whole?

    <p>Physical, intellectual, sociocultural, psychological, and spiritual aspects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of holistic nursing according to the AHNA?

    <p>Healing the whole person from birth to death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term derived from the Greek word 'holos'?

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

    What does health refer to in its truest form?

    <p>Physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does healing mean according to the text?

    <p>Being or becoming whole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the balance or stability that the body strives to achieve among different aspects of a person’s life?

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

    What is the goal in holistic care according to the text?

    <p>Healing the whole person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Foundational Organizations and Concepts

    • The World Health Organization (WHO) was founded in 1948, serving as a global authority in public health.
    • The term "holistic" relates to the idea of treating the whole person, encompassing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects.
    • "Self-awareness" refers to understanding one's own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, playing a crucial role in personal growth and mental health.
    • The principle of personal responsibility emphasizes that individuals must take charge of their own health and well-being.

    Health Definitions and Perspectives

    • "Wellness" describes the overall well-being of an individual, highlighting the balance of various life aspects.
    • Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs discusses the stages of human motivation, starting from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.
    • According to the WHO, health is defined not just as the absence of disease but as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.

    Holistic Health and Nursing

    • Holistic health views a person as an integrated whole, recognizing that all aspects of a person's life affect their health.
    • The goal of holistic nursing, as defined by the American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA), is to promote healing and well-being through a nurturing approach.
    • The term "holistic" is derived from the Greek word "holos," meaning whole or complete.

    Understanding Health and Healing

    • Health, in its truest form, refers to a harmonious state of physical, mental, and social well-being rather than merely the absence of illness.
    • Healing is often described as a process that leads to a return to health or a state of balance within the individual.
    • Homeostasis refers to the balance or stability the body seeks to achieve among different aspects of a person’s life.
    • The primary goal in holistic care is to foster overall wellness and assist individuals in achieving optimal health and balance across all life areas.

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    Test your knowledge on the World Health Organization's emphasis on combating communicable diseases, educating health care workers, and promoting complete physical, mental, and social well-being. Explore a holistic view of health and wellness.

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