Ill Health

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  • Created on: 18-07-19 14:25
What is ill health?
a physical factor that can have a negative effect on health and wellbeing. It may be described as acute or chronic
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What is chronic illness?
It comes on more slowly and lasts for a long period of time, sometimes a lifetime.
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What are the physical symptoms of a chronic illness?
diabetes, arthritis, asthma, heart disease, bipolar disease
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Can these physical symptoms be treated?
Yes, with medication, but not usually cured.
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What are the possible negative effects of chronic illness physically?
poor rate of growth, unusual physiological change during puberty, restricted movement
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What are the possible negative effects of chronic illness intellectually?
disrupted learning because of missing school, difficulties in thinking and problem solving, memory problems
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What are the possible negative effects of chronic illness emotionally?
negative self-concept, stress
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What are the possible negative effects of chronic illness socially?
isolation, loss of independence, difficulties developing relationships
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What is the key to managing chronic illness?
To address the negative impacts on the whole person, to make sure (PIES) needs are met. For instance, using medication to control symptoms, continued schooling while in hospital, counselling to help with negative emotions and opportunities to
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What is the key to managing chronic illness?
socialise with other young people.
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What is an acute illness?
It starts quickly and lasts for a short period of time.
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What are the examples of an acute illness?
bacterial and viral infections, heart palpitations, chickenpox
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How can you manage an acute illness?
bacterial infection, pain and fever, can often be treated in the short term with medication
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What is a link between acute and chronic illnesses?
chronic heart disease, may lead to acute illness, such as heart attack
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