A chronic disease where glucose levels are too high in the blood is called:
Diabetes
Name the 5 stages of change
Precontemplation; Contemplation; Preparation; Action; Maintenance
How long have CHWs been around in the U.S?
over 60 years!
What is the difference between "chronic" and "infectious"?
Chronic - long-lasting, generally not curable but manageable / Infectious - shorter-term, can be cured through medication/surgery
Define "food desert"
a geographic location with little to no access to affordable and healthy food
Define "health inequity"
Differences in health outcomes (health status/distribution of health resources) as a result of unmet SDoH; unjust, unfair, and preventable
Define "health disparity"
Differences in health among population groups
Name the "parts" of the Socio-Ecological model
Individual, Relationship, Community, Societal
What are 4 examples of Social Determinants of Health
Socio-economic status, Education, Neighborhood, Employment, Social Support, Access to Healthcare
Define "capacity building"
helping participants and the community develop skills and increase their knowledge
Define "cultural humility"
acknowledging differences in cultures, accepting you are not the expert, and taking time to learn about other cultures
What are 3 good practices to help maintain professional boundaries with participants?
Don't buy things from participants, set times for when they can contact you, don't volunteer personal contact information
Define "Code of Ethics"
a guide of principles designed to help professionals conduct business with honesty and integrity; how we should approach problems
