The standard of health, comfort and happiness experienced by an individual or a group.
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What are physical life quality factors?
Factors that relate directly to the body and not the mind. Can affect the quality of a persons life.
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What are some examples of physical life quality factors?
Nutrition, exercise, physical safety and hygiene, physical comfort, freedom from pain.
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Nutrition-
People need balanced diet to stay healthy. Varied and appetizing food also contributes to a good quality of life. t is important not to exceed the energy intake required for our needs as this could result in health problems.
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Physical Safety and Hygiene-
Physical safety refers to the absence of serious risk of injury. Hygiene means the absence of risk of infection. Care staff have to take the necessary precautions to reduce risk of health and safety.
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What is meant by the quality of life?
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The standard of health, comfort and happiness experienced by an individual or a group.
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What are physical life quality factors?
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What are some examples of physical life quality factors?
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