Community Health: maternity TERMS

which type of health is this?

“Heath promotion & disease prevention”

Public health

Which type of health is this?

“Health promotion to a SPECIFIC region:”

Community Health

Which type of health is this?

“Health that focuses on a SPECIFIC group”

Population health

Is this ecological model or health beleif model?

One’s own motivation for improving health

Health belief model

Is this ecological model or health beleif model?

How the enviroment impacts health

Ecological model

Is this UPstream or DOWNstream thinking?

⬇ Social conditions → healthcare access → quality of care → maternal health outcome

Upstream

Is this UPstream or DOWNstream thinking?

⬇ Complication occurs → diagnosis → treatment → recovery

Downstream

A pregnant mother arrives with a severe headache and elevated blood pressure. The nurse monitors her blood pressure, administers prescribed medication, assesses for worsening symptoms, and prepares for possible delivery.

Is this an example of downstream or Upstream thinking?

Downstream thinking

A nurse asks: Why are some pregnant mothers developing hypertension or not receiving treatment early enough? The nurse considers access to prenatal care, transportation, health education, financial barriers, and whether patients feel comfortable reporting symptoms. The nurse supports early prenatal care and education about warning signs.

Is this an example of downstream or Upstream thinking?

Upstream Thinking