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Which model is most useful in examining the cause of disease in an individual, based upon external factors?

The Agent-Host-Environment Model

The client who has cancer has adapted to her diagnosis and has recently returned to work. When first diagnosed she was depressed and told everyone how sick she was. Since undergoing the chemotherapy she states that she now feels better than ever. The nurse recognizes that which of the following models of health promotion is most appropriate for this client?

The Health-Illness Continuum Model

Tertiary health promotion and illness prevention

begin after an illness is diagnosed and treated, with the goal of reducing disability and helping rehabilitate clients to a maximum level of functioning. The term chronic is not related to health promotion

primary health promotion and illness prevention

directed toward promoting health and preventing the development of disease processes or injury. Immunizations are an example of primary health promotion.

agent

factor that leads to an illness

secondary health promotion and illness prevention

focus on screening for early detection of disease, with prompt diagnosis and treatment of any found.

The definition of chronic conditions can be complex. Which factors would a nurse expect to be included in the definition of chronic conditions? (Select all that apply.)

• Diseases where complete cures are rare • Diseases that do not resolve spontaneously • Diseases that have a prolonged course

A hospital nurse assesses patients in various stages of illness. Which statements accurately describe patient responses to illness based on Suchman's stages of illness? (Select all that apply.)

• In stage 2, most people focus on their symptoms and bodily functions. • When help from a health care provider is sought, the person becomes a patient and enters stage 3, assuming a dependent role. • In stage 1, pain is the most significant symptom indicating illness, although other symptoms, such as a rash, fever, bleeding, or cough, may be present.

Health-Illness Continuum

is a way to measure a person's level of health

High-Level Wellness Model

is characterized by functioning to one's maximum potential while maintaining balance and purposeful direction in the environment

Health Belief Model

is used to describe health behaviors

A nurse is immunizing children against measles. This is an example of what level of preventive care?

primary

health

state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being; not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.