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Health Education
An active process aimed at improving and protecting health by increasing knowledge and skills and influencing behavioral changes.
Purpose of Health Education
To assist clients in making health-related decisions.
Motivation in Health Education
It is essential for individuals to desire to change in order for health education to be effective.
Community Involvement
Successful health education programs require understanding community attitudes, values, and beliefs, as well as active participation.
Assessment of Health Education Needs
A process to determine the health education needs of a target group considering various dimensions of health.
Health Education Program Evaluation
Involves seeking feedback, encouraging questions, and answering them to clear uncertainties.
Breastfeeding Benefits for Mothers
Includes achieving healthy post-pregnancy weight, improving mother-infant bonding, and reducing the risk of post-partum depression.
Breastfeeding Frequency
Mothers should breastfeed their babies at least 8-12 times in 24 hours.
Complementary Feeding
The introduction of additional foods alongside breastfeeding, typically starting at 6 months of age.
Nutritional Status Assessment
Includes checking weight-for-age and observing feeding patterns for breastfed babies.
Premature Infant Weight Gain
Preterm infants should gain a minimum of 10g/kg/day.
Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM)
Refers to conditions such as kwashiorkor and marasmus due to nutrient deficiencies.
Signs of Good Attachment in Breastfeeding
Infant's mouth wide open, more areola visible above than below, lower lip turned outwards.
Replacement Feeding Conditions
Caregivers must provide sufficient formula milk safely to support normal growth and development.
Sugar Salt Solution (SSS)
A solution given to children with diarrhea to prevent dehydration.
Exclusive Breastfeeding Importance
Breastmilk provides all necessary nutrients for infants during the first 6 months.
Evaluating Health Programs
To determine the effectiveness of health education initiatives through feedback and assessment.
Health Communicator Role
Health educators must be enthusiastic, knowledgeable about the community, and skilled in communication.
Diet of Breastfeeding Mothers
Should include protein foods, vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and adequate water intake.
Expressing Breastmilk
Technique involves pressing thumb and fingers together while pushing breast towards the body.
Cultural Considerations in Health Education
Health educators must be aware of and respect the cultural and religious beliefs of their audience.
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