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68C CH. 2
Health and Wellness (partial)
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| basic human needs | necessary for survival and health |
| Dr. Maslows 5 categories of human needs | 1. physiologic 2. safety and security 3. love and belonging 4. self esteem and recognition 5. fullfillment/self-actualization In order from simple to complex. |
| physical health | the absence of disease, pain, or abnormal conditions. |
| health problems can be minimized through | regular physical examinations and dental check ups |
| food pyramid categories | grains, vegetables, fruits, milk, meat and beans |
| #1 physiological needs | oxygen, nutrition, elimination, rest |
| #2 safety needs | shelter, freedom from harm and danger |
| #3 love and belonging (social needs) | affection, belongingness, meaninggful relationships with others |
| #4 esteem needs | how you perceive yourself, how others perceive you |
| #5 self actualization | self-fulfilment, learn, create, understand, experience one's potential |
| Diet | eat small, balanced, nourishing meals to maintain energy and stamina through the day |
| Rest and Exercise | aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night. engage in exercise or a sport that matches or slightly exceeds your abilities to maintain physical fitness. |
| oral hygiene and dental health | get regular checkups to uncover problems, brush daily, consider having cosmetic issues fixed. |
| personal hygiene | essential for maintaining a clean work environment, reduces risk of infection and illness |
| clothing and uniforms | maintain positive impression by wearing clean, pressed, and fresh clothing |
| posture | good posture improves appearance, performance, and energy level. stand and sit straight up. avoid slouching and tensing muscles as it will wear you out quicker. |
| smoking | the smell of smoke on clothing/people can irritate patients with smoking related illnesses. Also, it is important to set an example as a health care professional |
| chemical dependence | the illegal use or possession of controlled substances can be cause for denying, suspending, or revoking a nursing license. |
| personal illness | it is your responsibility to avoid contaminating the clinical environment |
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