What is the best way to deal with an Action chronic illness patient?
1) Social Support system, 2) Plans for obstacles, 3) Acknowledge planning success, 4) Acnowledge need for change, 5) Manage stress
What is the
1 risk factor for chronic disease in a patient?
How can you help a patient deal with chronic illness?
1) normalize emotions, 2) investigate previous stress coping mech's, 3) cultivate sense of control x teaching, 4) positive attitude, 5) locate support system, 5) Accept change in appearance
What is the best way to deal with a Contemplative patient?
1) Validate state, 2) Clarify decision is theirs, 3) LIST pros & cons of change
What are the stats on chronic disease?
1) 45% Americans have @ least 1 (will be >50% in 2030), 2) 75% health care spending, 3) premiums increased 87% over last decade ($6k/year = 5x more than non-chronic)
What is a chronic disease?
One which requires ongoing treatment and management typically greater than one year and often is lifelong and not curable.
What is the best way to deal with a Preparing chronic illness patient?
1) Identify obstacles, 2) patient Informs others of change, 3) Review benefits, 4) Plan of action
What would be most effective against chronic disease?
80% prevented x diet, no smoking, healthier eating
What are potential members of the interdisciplinary health care team?
Social Worker, Pharmacist, Physical/Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, Chaplain, Nurse, PA, Physician
Why is chronic disease increasing in prevalence?
1) people live longer, 2) obesity (1/3 adults), 3) poor behaviors (booze/smoking), 4) poor diet (<1/4 eat veggies & fruit), 5) no physical activity
