Role of Physiotherapists in Promoting Health and Wellness

Practice flashcards to help students review key concepts related to the role of physiotherapists in promoting health and wellness.

What is Health Promotion according to the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion (1986)?

The process of enabling people to increase control over and to improve their health.

What are the main social determinants of health (SDoH)?

Social and economic factors that affect an individual's place in society, such as income, education, and employment.

What is health defined as by the World Health Organization (WHO)?

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not just the absence of disease or infirmity.

List the primary barriers perceived by physiotherapists in health promotion.

Lack of time, lack of knowledge, fear of negative patient perception, and belief that it's out of their scope of practice.

What is the 5-A approach in smoking cessation?

ASK, ADVISE, ASSESS, ASSIST, ARRANGE.

What does the term 'wellness' encompass?

A balanced growth across physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social, and psychological dimensions.

How does socioeconomic status (SES) relate to life expectancy?

Life expectancy is specifically related to socioeconomic status, where higher SES often correlates with longer life expectancy.

Name a key finding from Grogan's thesis regarding physiotherapists and health promotion.

Physiotherapists were most likely to include physical activity in their counseling but least likely to include dietary habits.

What is the concept of wellness on a continuum?

A person can be healthy physically yet still be on the lower end of the wellness continuum, indicating wellness encompasses more than just physical health.

What role do physical therapists play in tobacco cessation according to the Joint Position Statement?

Assessing tobacco use, discussing negative effects, offering cessation strategies, and tailoring support to client needs.

According to the lecture, why do diets fail for many individuals?

Unrealistic diets lead to quick dropouts, and the frustration causes individuals to cycle through multiple diets without long-term success.

What is the significance of self-efficacy in health promotion practice patterns among physiotherapists?

PT's confidence in their ability to perform a behavior is the best predictor of their health promotion practice patterns.

What is a major psychological effect of weight stigma reported by individuals living with obesity?

Body dissatisfaction negatively impacts mental and physical health more than weight alone.

What is the relationship between smoking prevalence and socio-demographics in Canada according to the notes?

Smoking prevalence is higher among males, younger age groups, and those with lower SES.

What effect does poor sleep hygiene have on individuals?

It leads to sleep disturbances, poor quality of life, cognitive impairment, and can exacerbate chronic conditions.

What did the systematic review reveal about sleep disturbances during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Significant rates of increased sleep disturbances were reported, particularly among specific populations like healthcare workers.

What does health at every size (HAES) promote?

Healthcare as a human right for people of all sizes with an emphasis on health enhancement, weight inclusivity, and respectful care.

Define 'vaccine hesitancy' as described in the lecture.

The reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines, influenced by factors like age, education, and past experiences.

What role do physical therapists have in addressing smoking at every stage of cessation?

By assessing, advising, assisting, and arranging follow-ups to provide comprehensive support for quitting smoking.

What is the impact of chronic stress on sleep quality?

Chronic stress negatively affects sleep patterns, often leading to insomnia or other sleep disorders.