Self-Management PPT

What is self-management?

• The ability of an individual or caregiver to engage in daily tasks necessary to maintain health and well-being or

• Manage the holistic needs of chronic disease.

What are key factors to determine a patient's learning needs?

• Age, developmental stage, level of education, health beliefs, motivation, readiness to learn,

• Health risks, current knowledge and skills, barriers, and facilitators to learning.

What underpins the importance of patient education in self-management?

• It involves client education while being aware of the patient's readiness to learn and barriers in maintaining their health.

What is the role of self-efficacy in patient engagement?

• Self-efficacy refers to having confidence in one's knowledge and abilities to reach a desired outcome, which is

• Linked to being an active participant in one's health and care.

What theoretical link suggests that an individual’s expectations influence their behavior?

• Social Cognitive Theory.

What is meant by 'patient-centered plan of care'?

• A care approach that respects patient wishes and desires, recognizing them as a partner in their care.

What is disease management?

• A system of coordinated health care interventions and communications for patients with chronic conditions that require significant self-management efforts.

How does chronic disease management differ from disease prevention?

• Chronic disease management focuses on managing existing chronic conditions while

• Disease prevention looks at preventing the onset of diseases based on health status and risks.

Name two key theories relevant to self-management.

• Social Cognitive Theory and

• Cognitive Behavioral Theory.

What essential competency must clients and caregivers develop regarding their health?

• They must have sufficient knowledge of their chronic condition and treatment, and

• Be able to monitor conditions, conveying information accurately to providers.

What are the attributes of effective health education?

• Health education includes learning experiences designed to improve health by enhancing knowledge, skills, and confidence or influencing attitudes.

What aspects should be considered in the patient-provider relationship?

• Patients are responsible for their health, while providers facilitate self-management through optimal communication and support.

What are self-management and health promotions for Sickle cell disease (SCD)?

• Self-management for SCD include staying well hydrated, eating a balanced diet, remaining physically active while avoiding overactivity

• Monitoring pain and emotional well-being

What does proper-self management for pediatric asthma patients include?

• Helping patients, their parents & caregivers adhere to daily medications

• Helping them understand their triggers

• Know how to self-monitor and assess symptoms for rescue treatment

• Make changes to their environment to reduce exposure to triggers.

What is one the best self-management steps to prevent type 2 diabetes?

• Self-management of weight through regular physical activity and a healthy diet is the MOST common cost-effective means of preventing or delaying the onset of Type2 DM.

Self-management for individuals living with or at risk for HIV/AIDS focuses on reducing viral load, preventing opportunistic infections, and maintaining overall well-being such as:

• Medication Adherence

• Regular Medical Monitoring

• Prevention of Opportunistic Infections

• Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health

• Mental Health and Support Systems

• Substance Use Reduction

Heart failure (HF) self-management is centered around?

• Medication Adherence

• Dietary Changes

• Physical Activity

• Daily Weight Monitoring

• Symptom Tracking

• Smoking and Alcohol Cessation

• Regular Medical Checkups