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Community Definition |
A group of people in which there is a common bond (often geographical). |
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Community Health Nursing/Population Health Nursing |
Nursing practice specialized in promoting the health of individuals, families, communities and populations and promoting an environment that supports health. |
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A population |
Larger than a community and often more diverse. Usually but not always within a geographical location. |
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The biomedical definition of Health |
- Diagnosis - Treatment -Cure Receives majority of gov funding Creates advances in tech but is costly |
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A key element of the biomedical definition of health is that: A: There is a direct casual relationship between illness, its symptoms or underlying pathology B: Removal of pathogens will lead to restored health C:There is a pathogenic process in all diseases D: All of the above |
All of the above |
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What is the social model of health? |
AREEA Attempts to address broader influences on health Reduce social inequalities Emphasize intersectoral collaboration Empowers Access to appropriate health care |
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Advantages and disadvantages of a social model of health? |
Prevention of disease through education, access, less cost and a community approach Not all diseases can be prevented and lifestyle change is difficult |
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What is a holistic definition of health? |
Includes physical, psychological, spiritual, social, cultural and developmental. WHO - says it's not merely the absence of disease or infirmity |
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What does well-being refer to? |
Quality of life |
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What is individual well-being? |
includes factors such as personal values, relationships, work, health and finance |
