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What is emotional health?

ability to express emotions in a healthy manner

Adult Preventative Care Timeline

summarizes what tests occur in which individuals and at which test

What are the 6 areas of health?

1. physical 2. social 3. emotional 4. spiritual 5. environmental 6. mental

What is spiritual health?

relationship that you have with a power that is bigger than yourself

What influences your health?

heredity, environment, family, friends, culture, media

Examples of inherited traits

skin color, eye color, hair color, body type and size, growth patterns, likelihood of getting certain diseases

What does objective mean?

based on facts

Why is a rise in temperature a good defense for the body?

as temp. increases, growth of organisms decrease causing body to fight off infections

List the two specific immune responses

humoral immunity and cell-meditated immunity

What is an antigen?

stimulates the production of an antibody

What is another name for white blood cells?

leukocytes

List three types of immunity

innate, adaptive, passive

Fifth Disease

Definition: viral infection caused by parvovirus B19; Method of Spread: respiratory droplets, blood transfusion, or organ transplants from infected person; Symptoms: low

Hepatitis C

Definition: viral infection caused by hepatitis C virus; Method of Spread: contact with infected blood/body fluids, childbirth; Symptoms: (mostly asymptomatic), fatigue, fever, nausea, loss of appetite, and jaundice; Onset of symptoms: 2 weeks to 6 months after exposure; Complications: chronic liver infection, cirrhosis, liver cancer, complications for those with weakened immune system

Fungi

Definition: single

Protozoa

Definition: single

Cardiovascular disease

leading cause of death in US, risk factors include smoking, lack of physical activity, and poor nutrition

Tests to detect cancer

CT scan, complete blood count, blood chemistries, biopsy of tumor, bone marrow biopsy, chest x

Information about health screening

Mayo Clinic, NIH

Information about mental health screening

nbsalliance.org

What 3 things should be included as disclaimers on health site?

statement(limitations, purpose, scope, authority, currentness), source, statement that it is general health advice not medical advise

Benefits of preventative child care

prevent illness through discussions about nutritions/vaccinations, track development of children, parents letting know of concerns, creating trust between families and healthcare

Alcohol Misuse Screening

Screening Eligibility: adults aged 18 or older; Disease Prevention: alcohol

Cholesterol Screening

Screening Eligibility: adults aged 20 or older;
Disease Prevention: cholesterol issues;
Frequency: 4-6 years for normal levels, frequent for high levels

Social wellness checklist

make connections(protects health & lengthens life), take care of yourself(stress takes toll on health), get active together(positive health habit and connection), shape family's health(role model for healthy habits), kids bond(builds relation and confidence, manage feelings), build healthy relationships(improve wellbeing)

Conflict

Resoultion Skills

Importance of Maslow's Hierarchy

helps to improve ourselves and others based on needs

Why is it important to communicate emotions?

necessary to enhance message, convey authenticity, and develop trust

What is healthy self

concept?

Difference between self

concept and self

Causes of poor self

esteem

Name 5 foods that belong in the protein group

seafood, meat, poultry, beans, peas

What actions are recommended for improving your health?

exercise, eating properly

Physical activity recommendations for age of 18-64 years

at least 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity exercise & 2 days a week of muscular strengthening activities

How many people have cardiac arrest outside of the hospital each year? How many of them survive?

350,000 people, 9 in 10 of them die

What is the Good Samaritan Law?

provides protection from claims of negligence to those who provide care without payment

Choking response process

1. ask victim if they are choking

2. if they can't speak, begin abdominal thrusts

3. call 9-1-1

What are the consequences of ACEs?

increased risks of injury, maternal & child health problems, involvement in sex trafficking, chronic disease

How can we prevent ACEs?

create & sustain safe, stable environments for all children & families

Negative behaviors that children exhibit

violent behaviors, substance abuse

Benefits of social media

1. Increasing the dissemination of new ideas 2. Reaching diverse audiences 3. Furthering delivery of consistent, timely, targeted messages 4. Facilitating participation, collaboration, engagement, and interactive communication 5. Enhancing healthy communication efforts

Long term impacts of drugs & alcohol

1. high blood pressure 2. heart/organ disease 3. social/relationship issues

Drug abuse medications

buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone

Effects of alcohol use

slows down the central nervous system, slowing down a person's motor skills & reaction time

Characteristics of healthy relationship

mutual respect, trust, honesty, compromise, individuality, good communication, anger control, fighting fair, problem solving, understanding, self

What is sexual assault?

act where one intentionally sexually touches another without consent

Stages of pregnancy

1st Trimester: major organs & nervous system develops; 2nd Trimester: fetus begins movement & continues to develop organs & systems; 3rd Trimester: development is complete and grows to birth size

Genital Herpes

Definition: STD caused by herpes simplex virus; Method of Spread: oral, vaginal, or anal sex/childbirth; Symptoms: sores on genital, buttock, and thighs; Treatment: no cure, but medication can reduce symptoms

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Definition: STD infection of a woman's reproductive organs; Method of Spread: sex with infected person who had multiple partners; Symptoms: pain, fever, bad odor, bleeding; Treatment: if detected early, it can be treated through antibiotics that reduce severity of symptoms

Trichomoniasis

Definition: STD caused by trichomonas vaginalis infection (a protozoan parasite); Method of Spread: anal/oral/vaginal sex with infected person; Symptoms: itching, burning, and soreness of genitals; Treatment: medication

What is physical health?

the way in which the body works

What is social health?

relationship with others

What is mental health?

ability to handle the everyday stress and demands of daily life

What is environmental health?

relationship with the world around you

What is heredity?

the passing of traits from biological parents to children

What is a risk behavior?

actions or choices that may harm you or others

What is a cumulative risk?

related risks that increase in effect with each added risk

What does subjective mean?

comes from person's own views and beliefs

What is a good method for solving disagreements?

cooperative problem solving

What are the 4 types of influences on health?

heredity, cultural, environmental, social

What are the two categories of defense responses in the immune system?

innate immune response and adaptive immune response

5 areas of non

specific immune responses

What scientist first introduced the idea of immunizations?

Edward Jenner

List four disorders of the immune system

Immunodeficiency, Autoimmune, Allergic, Cancer

List three types of autoimmune disorders

Lupus, Junior Rheumatoid Arthritis, Scleroderma

List two types of leukocytes, and explain what they do

Phagocytes(chew up invading organisms), Lymphocytes(allow body to remember, recognize, and destroy invaders)

List main components of the immune system

adenoid, tonsil, thymus, spleen, bone marrow, lymph nodes

Chicken Pox

Definition: contagious viral infection caused by varicella

Hepatitis A

Definition: viral infection caused by hepatitis A virus; Method of Spread: personal contact with infected person, ingesting food/water contaminated with fecal matter with virus; Symptoms: fatigue, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, jaundice, and dark urine; Onset of symptoms: 15

Hepatitis B

Definition: viral infection caused by hepatitis B virus;
Method of Spread: contact with infected blood/body fluids, childbirth;
Symptoms: fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, jaundice, and joint pain;
Onset of symptoms: 45-160 days after exposure
Complications: chronic liver infection, cirrhosis, liver cancer, complications for those with weakened immune system

Impetigo

Definition: bacterial skin infection caused by Staphylococcus/Streptococcus; Method of Spread: direct contact with sores/nasal discharge of infected person; Symptoms: red sores, itching, pain, swollen lymph nodes; Onset of symptoms: 4

Infectious Mononucleosis

Definition: viral infection caused by Epstein

Influenza

Definition: contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza virus; Method of Spread: respiratory droplets of infected person, touching surfaces with virus and then touching mouth, eyes, or nose; Symptoms: high fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, body aches, headaches, fatigue, vomiting/diarrhea; Onset of symptoms: 1

Meningitis

Definition: inflammation of protective membranes covering brain & spinal cord caused by bacterial/viral infections; Method of Spread: close contact with infected person, touching contaminated surfaces; Symptoms: high fever, severe headache, stiff neck, sensitivity to light, nausea, vomiting, confusion, seizure/coma; Onset of symptoms: 2

Strep Throat

Definition: bacterial infection caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria;

Method of Spread: close contact with infected person, touching contaminated surfaces;

Symptoms: sore throat, difficulty swallowing, red & swollen tonsils, white patches of pus on tonsils, swollen lymph nodes, fever, and headache;

Onset of symptoms: 2-5 days after exposure

Complications: rheumatic fever, scarlet fever, kidney inflammation, and abscess formation around tonsils

Types of communicable diseases

bacteria, virus, fungi, and protozoa

Examples of communicable diseases

Influenza, Measles, Tuberculosis, Hepatitis

Bacteria

Definition: one

Virus

Definition: one

Examples of non-communicable disease

asthma, allergies, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer

Symptoms of asthma

wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath due to inflamed airways

Symptoms of allergic reaction

itchy, watery eyes, sneezing, coughing, dark circles under eye, difficulty breathing, swelling of lips, dizziness, loss of consciousness

Diabetes

Definition: lifelong condition where body doesn't produce/properly use insulin

3 conditions occurring in diabetes

Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia, Ketoacidosis

3 major types of diabetes

Type 1: little or no insulin; Type 2: improper use of insulin; Gestational: high blood glucose in pregnancy

Cancer

uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells, symptoms include fever, chills, night sweats, weight loss, loss of appetite, fatigue, malaises

Information about health screening for young adults

labtestonline.org

Timeline for Adult Preventative Care

Adult Preventative Care Timeline

How often should children see doctor?

0-6 months(every month), 6-18 months(every 3 months), 2-21 years(every year)

How often should adults see doctor?

every 2 years

How should adults select a doctor?

based on gender and any risk factors

Goal of preventative care

checks for diseases before symptoms develop

Periodicity Schedule

detailed summary of what questions/tests will doctor review during each visit

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening

Screening Eligibility: men aged 65

Blood Pressure Screening

Screening Eligibility: adults aged 18 or older; Disease Prevention: blood pressure issues; Frequency: every 2 years for normal BP, frequent for high BP

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Screening Eligibility: men aged 50

Depression Screening

Screening Eligibility: adults, pregnant, & postpartum women; Disease Prevention: depression; Frequency: routine healthcare visits/individual risk factors

Diabetes (Type 2) Screening

Screening Eligibility: overweight/obese adults aged 40

Hepatitis B/C Screening

Screening Eligibility: those with high risk/history;
Disease Prevention: hepatitis B/C;
Frequency: 1-time screening/periodic screening for high risk

Obesity Screening and Counseling

Screening Eligibility: all adults; Disease Prevention: obesity; Frequency: routine healthcare visits