Better Health for Individuals
What are the five dimensions of health?
Physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual
(PMS'SE)
Name two bones in the chest region
sternum, scapula, clavicle.
What does DRSABCD stand for
Danger
Response
Send for help
Airways
Breathing
CPR
Danger
Which of the following would be considered a non-modifiable risk factor?
a). Weight
b). Diet
c). Age
d). Drug Use
The three Social Justice Principles we focus on are?
Equity, Diversity, Supportive Environments
What are modifiable determinants and give an example
Modifiable determinants are factors individuals CAN change e.g. diet, physical activity
What are blood platelets?
small cell like fragments found in the blood. They play a crucial role in our body's ability to stop bleeding and heal wounds. When you get a cut or injury they rush to the site and stick together to plug and seal a wound.
What is a physical environment injury?
drowning. lightening strike.
The approach that covers a range of health factors is referred to as a__________ approach to health.
a). Idealistic
b). Holistic
c). Isotonic
d). Ironic
Function of synovial joints
synovial joints refer to freely moveable joints that allow for maximum movement to occur due to the structure of the joints. e.g. AFL punt allows the knee to undergo extension.
What are the five action areas of the Ottawa Charter
Building healthy public policy Creating supportive environments Strengthening community action Developing personal skills Reorienting health services
What are the health-related components of fitness?
Cardiorespiratory endurance Muscular strength Muscular endurance Flexibility Body composition
Describe the safety procedures for moving a casualty with a spinal injury?
calm patient down, loosen tight clothing, avoid moving patient unless their is danger. Support the neck, head and spine in a neutral position and prevent any twisting motion.
Which of the following is NOT a dimension of health?
a). Social
b). Physical
c). Spiritual
d). Religion
What is the role of health promotion? provide examples?
health promotion refers to individuals taking control and exerting autonomy over their health. e.g. breast screening NSW
What does Health as a social construct Mean? Provide a detailed example.
Health as a social construct recognises the interrelationship of the determinants of health and notes that many determinants are either out of the individuals control or may be difficult to change because their context e.g. rural vs the city.
What are the skill-related components of fitness? apply two of them to a sport.
Power Speed Agility Coordination Balance Reaction time
e.g. power- to exert max force over the shortest possible amount of time.,
agility- athletes ability to quickly change direction whilst maintaining balance.
how to you reduce infection control and protect yourself?
HIV virus, hep B
Always wear PPE gloves, face shield, wash your hands. cover sores etc.
Wash hands with warm soapy water.
What action area is not part of the Ottawa Charter
- Developing personal skills
- Creating supportive environments
- building public procedures.
- building public policies
What is aerobic training and anaerobic training? give an example
aerobic training- involves the utilisation of oxygen it involves training within 60-80% of their Max Heart Rate..
Anaerobic- use of power and explosive training allows the athletes to restore energy stores quickly.
What are the determinants of health? (including eg's)
Individual factors (e.g. knowledge and skills, attitudes, genetics) Sociocultural factors (e.g. family, peers, media, religion, culture) Socioeconomic factors (e.g. employment, education, income) Environmental factors (e.g. geographical location, access to health services and technology)
What are 5 immediate physiological changes that occur during excercise? Explain what each means and explain what occurs.
1. Stroke volume- the amount of blood ejected from the left ventricle per beat
2. Cardiac out- amount of blood ejected from the ventricle per minute.
The trained athlete will have more efficiency of the heart compared to an untrained athlete.
3/4. -Heart rate and ventilation rate both increase in response to exercise.
- Lactate level- lactate acid that accumulates during intense exercise.
What is the dot point for crisis management?
( 7 steps involved)
CPR
bleeding
shock
neck and spinal injury
moving the casualty
medical referral
care of the unconscious casualty.
Which of the following can be distinguished as part of the lifestyle/behaviour approach?
a) Quit smoking program
b). Cancer screening services
c). Childhood immunisations
d). Access to free community facilities.
How does creating supportive environments address road safety or tobacco use?
Road use- signs, air bags in cards, better roads, rules limiting p plate drivers.
tobacco use- confinement areas in shared public places e.g. smoking sones, public transport, quit smoking counselling services.