Chapter 1
Definition for sequela...
A condition that is the consequence of a previous disease or injury.
What is the best definition of health? A. the condition in which the human body performs its vital functions normally B. the condition of relative stability of internal structures under changing external conditions C. the condition of relative well-being without the presence of disorders or syndromes D. the condition in which the human body is free from disease
A. the condition in which the human body performs its vital functions normally
The condition in which the human body performs its vital functions normally is known as ____________________. a. health b. disease c. disorder d. homeostasis
A. Health
A __________ disease has a slower, less severe onset and a long duration of months or years.
Chronic
____________ are evidence of disease observed on physical assessment.
Signs
_______________ are indications of disease reported by the patient.
Symptoms
Diseases that will end in death are called __________.
Terminal Diseases
Definition for etiology...
The cause of a disease or condition.
What are four modifiable risk factors for chronic disease?
Poor nutrition, lack of physical activity, tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption
Definition for prognosis...
Predicted course and outcome of a disease.
