Flash CardsPHCC

Health

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

Advocacy

The act of supporting or arguing for a cause or policy, especially in healthcare.

Optimization

The process of making something as effective or functional as possible.

Evidence-Based Practice

A decision-making process that integrates the best available research, clinical expertise, and patient values.

Patient-Centered Care

Approach that focuses on the patient's individual needs, preferences, and values.

Holistic Medicine

An approach to health care that considers the whole person, including physical, emotional, social, and spiritual factors.

Collaboration

The action of working with someone to produce or create something, especially in a healthcare setting.

Health Promotion Model

A model that emphasizes the individual's experiences and actions to promote health.

Disparities in Health

Differences in health outcomes and access to healthcare across different populations.

Implicit Bias

Attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions unconsciously.

Social Health

A dimension of health that involves having supportive relationships and functioning in social settings.

Quality of Care

The degree to which health services for individuals and populations increase the likelihood of desired health outcomes.

Traumatic Brain Injury

An injury to the brain caused by an external force, often resulting in impaired functioning.

Preventive Care

Health care services that focus on disease prevention and health maintenance.

Community Health Initiatives

Programs and strategies designed to improve the health of individuals within a community.

Helmet Use Promotion

Strategies aimed at increasing helmet wear among children for safety while engaging in activities.

Patient Engagement

The involvement of patients in their own care and decision-making processes.

Chronic Disease Management

A proactive approach to managing chronic diseases to improve patients' quality of life.

Cultural Competency

The ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures.

Equity in Healthcare

Ensuring that every individual has a fair and just opportunity to be as healthy as possible.

Health Education

The process of teaching individuals or communities about health and wellness.