Health Seeking Behavior

HEALTH SEEKING

BEHAVIOR

COMMON AILMENTS AREA SOUGHT INFORMATION FOR

CONSULTATION SOURCE OF HEALTH

FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE COMMON AILMENTS OF THE FAMILIES INTERVIEWED

CATEGORY FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE (%)

COLDS 8 17.78

FEVER 4 8.89

COUGH 8 17.78

ASTHMA 5 11.11

FLU 4 8.89

HIGH BP 6 13.33

SORE EYES 10 22.22

TOTAL 45 100

GRAPHICAL PRESENTATION SHOWING THE COMMON AILMENTS OF THE FAMILY MEMBERS OF THE HOUSEHOLDS

SURVEYED

17.78%

8.89%

17.78%

11.11%8.89%

13.33%

22.22%

COMMON AILMENTS OF THE FAMILY MEMBERS

PERCENTAGE

INTERPRETATION, ANALYSIS AND JUSTIFICATION

The table shows the common ailments of the families interviewed in Tambo Seaside Paranaque. In a total of 45 families it shows that Sore Eyes has the highest percentage Twenty-two point twenty two percent (22.22%) of the total average, followed by Cough and Cold with the same equivalent percentage of seventeen point seventy eight percent (17.78%), High Blood Pressure with a percentage of thirteen point thirty three percent (13.33%), Asthma with a percentage of eleven point eleven (11.11%), Flu and Fever with same equivalent percentage of eight point eighty nine percent (8.89%).

Commonly observed in Tambo seaside Paranaque are congested houses which can result to raid spread of diseases throughout the community. Sore Eyes is the most common Ailment based on the families interviewed, the residents of the community are at a higher risk of having this type of virus or bacterial infection in the eye as it is very contagious. Sore eyes are such a common and recurring ailment. A common cause of sore eyes is conjunctivitis (or pink eye), but the problem can also be caused by an infection, allergies, too much sun exposure, eye fatigue, or contact lens wear.

Colds and Cough are also very common in Tambo seaside community. Colds and Cough here in the Philippines are common because colds and cough are minor infections of the respiratory tract which can lead to major illnesses. Colds and Cough are commonly considered as a symptom of some illness.

Information about common ailments in the community is important. In this study it is very important to know the most common ailments that are in the community which allows the researcher to keep track of common illnesses across a defined community and as well profound ways on how to prevent or manage these ailments in the community. Keeping track of common illness found in a specific community and to determine self-awareness of each family in the community and to promote a healthy status or a healthy wellbeing in the community is the primary focus of the researcher.

Contrary to common belief, Sore eyes does not infect someone by just looking into an infected eye, one can only get infected by direct contact with secretions or something holding secretions of patient such as handkerchief, towel, wash bowl or water.

Cold weather does not directly cause Colds and Cough, although some colds viruses easily grow during cold weather.The reason why colds are more common during cold days is because people tend to stay inside when it gets chilly out. Indoor air is trapped, so when people sneeze, others catch the viruses that come along with it. Allergies and physical stress also do not cause colds but they are factors that make a person more susceptible to the infection. Common colds are transmitted from person to person through direct contact or contaminated surfaces commonly touched.

THE FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE PLACES SOUGHT FOR CONSULTATION OF THE

FAMILIES

CATEGORY FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE(%)

HOSPITAL 5 11.11

HEALTH CENTER 17 37.78

PRIVATE CLNIC 2 4.44

NONE 21 46.67

TOTAL 45 100

GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION SHOWING THE PLACES SOUGHT FOR CONSULTATION OF THE FAMILIES SURVEYED

HOS-PITAL HEALTH

CENTER PRIVATE CLINIC NONE

11.11%

37.78%

4.44%

46.67%

PLACES SOUGHT FOR CONSULTATION

PERCENTAGE

INTERPRETATION, ANALYSIS, AND JUSTIFICATION

The table shows the areas of consultation of the citizens in Tambo seaside Paranaque. None (people who don’t ask for consultation) has the highest percentage of forty six point sixty seven percent (46.67%) as most people in Tambo seaside practice home care such as use of Breast milk for treatment of sore eyes, herbs, and self-medications. Following is Health Center with a percentage of thirty seven point seventy eight percent (37.78%) where people of in Tambo seaside mostly have consultation about their illness. Hospitalwith a percentage of eleven point eleven percent (11.11%) and Private Clinic with a percentage of four point forty four percent (4.44%).

As poverty is an issue when it comes to seeking health care in the Philippines, it is hard for people to consult health status from Private Clinics and Hospitals. It is very important to consult in Health centers at least once a month knowing the different services they provide for people in the community. It is also most convenient considering its proximity to the community with professional health care providers available in the health centers.

The Community Health Center is a community-based and patient-directed organization. Its goal is to provide first aid, maternal and child health care, diagnosis of social diseases, and other basic health services to all the members of the community it is serving.It is usually the first point of contact between residents of the community and other health care facility levels.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the goal of Primary Health Care is beneficial for all. It aims to reduce health exclusion and social disparities. It helps in organizing health services according to people’s needs and expectations. It also works on integrating health into all sectors.Primary health care gives high importance to education, nutrition, preventive medicine and treatment of the most common diseases and injuries. It is considered as a practical means of giving any form of health care for increasing populations in poor economies such as in Third World countries. The Philippines is among the first countries to adopt the idea of Primary health care and integrate it in most local communities.

FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE SOURCE OF HEALTH INFORMATION OF THE FAMILIES SURVEYED

CATEGORY FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE (%)

HEALTH CENTER 21 46.67

TELEVISION 15 33.33

PHONE 0 0

NEWSPAPER/FLIERS/POSTERS 5 11.11

RADIO 4 8.89

TOTAL 45 100

GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION SHOWING THE SOURCE OF HEALTH INFORMATION OF THE FAMILIES SURVEYED

46.67%

33.33%

11.11%

8.89%

SOURCE OF HEALTH INFORMATION

HEALTH CENTER

TELEVISION

PHONE

NEWSPAPER/ FLIERS/ POSTERS

RADIO

INTERPRETATION, ANALYSIS AND JUSTIFICATION

The table shows the source of health information of the family surveyed at Tambo seaside Paranaque. In a total of 45 families it shows health centers has the highest percentage of forty six point sixty seven percent (46.67%) as the source of health information, followed by Television with a percentage of thirty three point thirty three percent (33.33%), Newspapers, fliers and posters with a percentage of eleven point eleven percent (11.11%), Radio with eight point eight nine percent (8.89%) and Phone with Zero percent (0%).

Community-based primary care information systems are one of the building blocks for national health information systems.These structures lead to a huge amount of “information work” in the transformation of health information at the community level. Information about health prevention is very important. Sources like health center personnel, television, radio, phones, and newspapers/fliers/posters can be used as a means of receiving health information.

Base on the survey, health center has the highest percentage which is very useful to the people of Tambo seaside community. Health center personnel usually conduct a house-to- house visit for children’s immunization depending on the effect of the vaccine. In some cases they also go to schools and conduct health teaching for additional information regarding whatever present health issue is affected.

FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE TEN LEADING CAUSES OF MORBIDITY IN PARANAQUE AS OF 2008

RANK CAUSE RATE

1 RTI 206

2 DERMATITIS 85

3 WOUND 76

4 ATP 52

5 PTB 51

6 HYPERTENSION 51

7 DIARRHEA 47

8 ANIMAL BITE 38

9 PNEUMONIA 35

10 UTI 34

GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION SHOWING THE RATE OF MORBIDITY IN PARANAQUE AS OF 2008

RTI

DERMATIT

IS

WOUND

ATP PTB

HYPERTE

NSION

DIARRHEA

ANIMAL B

ITE

PNEUMONIA UTI

0

50

100

150

200

250

FREQUENCY AND PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE TEN LEADING CAUSES OF MORTALITY IN PARANAQUE AS OF 2008

RANK CAUSE RATE

1 CAD 66

2 HYPERTENSION 46

3 PNEUMONIA 41

4 CANCER 33

5 DM 28

6 TB 18

7 MULTI ORGAN FAILURE 15

8 RENAL DISEASE 15

9 CONGENITAL DISEASE 12

10 BRONCHIAL ASTHMA 9

GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION SHOWING THE RATE OF MORTALITY IN PARANAQUE AS OF 2008

CAD

HYPERTENSION

PNEUMONIA

CANCER DM TB

MULTIORGAN FAIL

URE

RENAL DIS

EASE

CONGENITAL D

ISEASE

BRONCHIA ASTHMA

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TEACHING PLAN

TEACHING PLAN FOR PROPER MANAGEMENT OF SORE EYES

LECTURER: BSN 2A (GROUP 1)

SUBJECT: CHN

TOPIC: SORE EYES (PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT)

VENUE: Tambo Seaside Paranaque

PARTICIPANTS: Families Interviewed

I. GOAL: Each family will be able to manage and prevent sore eyes in the community.

OBJECTIVE:

1. The participants will be able to identify the symptoms of sore eyes.2. The participants will understand the causes of sore eyes and how it can spread.3. The residents of Tambo seaside will be able to apply what they have learned about proper

management of Sore eyes.

II. CONTENT:

1. What is Sore Eyes?

It is also known as conjunctivitis, sore eyes is manifested in redness and inflammation of the membranes (conjunctiva) covering the whites of the eyes and the membranes in the inner part of the eyelids. Incubation period of time from exposure to onset of symptoms is usually 5-12 days.

2. What are the causes of Sore Eyes?

• Virus infection (Adenoviruses)

• Chemicals

• Trauma

3. How can Sore eyes be transmitted?

Direct contact with hands contaminatedwith eye secretions of an infected person Touching eyes with hands, getting in contact with surfaces, instruments, eye

solutions, or make-ups contaminated with the virus from an infected person Entry of the virus through the eyes by swimming in poorly chlorinated pools

4. What are the Signs and Symptoms of Sore eyes?

• Begins in one eye and may later affect both eyes

• Watery to pus-like discharge

• Redness of the eye with pain and/or itching sensation

• Eyelids that are stuck together upon waking up

• In severe cases, pain of the eyes upon exposure to sunlight and foreign-body solution

5. How can it be treated?

• There is no specific treatment during the acute phase (1-2 weeks).

• If eye discharge is profuse and pus- like or patient develops blurring of vision or severe pain, consult with an ophthalmologist.

6. How can you prevent Sore eyes?

• Wash hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water.

• Minimize hand-to-eye contact.

• Use only own towels, eye drops, make-ups and applicators, sunglasses, or eye glasses.

• Wear eye/sunglasses on windy days to protect one’s eyes from foreign particles.

• Avoid crowded places.

• Disinfect with dilute bleach solution surfaces, doorknobs, counters, elevator buttons, and handrails.

• Wash clothes, towels, pillow cases, and anything else which may have come in contact with an infected person.

III. METHODOLOGY:lecturing

IV. TIME FRAME:V. RESOURCES: Visual Aids,BrochureVI. EVALUATION TOOL: survey questionnaires form

VII. REFRENCES: http://www.gmanetwork.com/lifestyle/healthandwellness/doh-issues-tips-to-prevent-sore-eyes

TEACHING PLAN FOR COUGH AND COLDS PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT


SUBJECT: CHN

TOPIC: COUGH AND COLD AS A RELATED HEALTH PROBLEM


PARTICIPANTS: Families Interviewed

I. GOAL: The participants would be able to know the importance of cough and cold prevention and management

II. OBJECTIVES:

1. After health teaching, the participants will have enough knowledge on the causes of cough and colds.

2. After health teaching, the participants will have enough knowledge on how cough and colds can be prevented.

3. The residents of Tambo seaside will be able to manage cough and colds in the community.

III. CONTENT:

1. Definition of cough?

A cough is a healthy reflex that helps keep the airways in the throat and chest free from mucus, dust, and dirt. Coughs can be associated with colds, bacteria, or other viral illnesses such as influenza (the flu), which causes swelling of the voice box and windpipe. Coughs that don't go

away may be a sign of more worrisome diseases, such as asthma and pneumonia, and even heart problems.

2. What are causes of cough and colds?

A cold virus enters your body through your mouth, eyes or nose. The virus can spread through droplets in the air when someone who is sick coughs, sneezes or talks. But it also spreads by hand-to-hand contact with someone who has a cold or by sharing contaminated objects, such as utensils, towels, toys or telephones. If you touch your eyes, nose or mouth after such contact or exposure, you're likely to catch a cold.

3. Are colds and cough contagious?

It can be. Colds and the flu can be spread through droplets released into the air when someone coughs or sneezes, so coughing can spread certain illnesses. Teach your child to cough into his elbow or shoulder, rather than coughing into his hand or a tissue (and you should do the same). This way the virus won't get on his hands, where he can spread it to every object he touches.

4. How can you manage cough and colds?

.Get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids. Try to breathe moist air. Use a humidifier or take a steamy shower. Consume warm fluids (soup or tea) to provide relief for a stuffy nose and to loosen

phlegm. Eat a well-balanced diet. If you cannot, ensure you are getting enough nutrients by taking

a daily multivitamin. Avoid dairy products, as they can thicken phlegm. Avoid alcohol, as it impairs your body’s immune system.

5. When should I call my child's healthcare provider?

CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

High fever

Ear pain

Sinus-type headache

Unusually severe cold symptoms

Cough that gets worse while other cold symptoms improve

Flare up of any chronic lung problem, such as asthma

coughing up blood

Wheezes when exhales.

IV. METHODOLOGY: Lecture/Discussion

V. TIME FRAME:

VI. RESOURCES: brochure

VII. EVALUATION: survey questionnaires form

VIII. REFERENCES: http://patient.info/health/coughs-and-colds-in-children

TEACHING PLAN FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION


SUBJECT: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

TOPIC:Proper Garbage Disposal

.VENUE:Tambo Seaside Paranaque

PARTICIPANTS: Interviewed families in Tambo seaside

I. GOAL :The people in the community will be able to gain knowledge regarding the proper waste disposal

GENERAL OBJECTIVES: To develop awareness and importance of proper waste disposal, segregationand management.

II. CONTENT:

1. What is environmental sanitation?

These are activities aimed at improving or maintaining the standard of basic environmental conditions affecting the well-being of people.

These conditions include

clean and safe water supply, clean and safe ambient air, efficient and safe animal, human, and industrial waste disposal, protection of food from biological and chemical contaminants, Adequate housing in clean and safe surroundings. Also called environmental hygiene.

2. Importance of Proper Garbage Disposal

Proper waste disposal is critical due to the fact that certain types of wastes can be hazardous and can contaminate the environment if not handled properly. These types of waste also have the potential to cause disease or get into water supplies.Properly disposing of waste is not just a personal responsibility; some kinds of waste, usually hazardous, must be properly disposed of.

Toxic waste can seep into the ground and contaminate our water supplies, and sometimes cause widespread disease. Even non-toxic waste causes pollution that contributes to global warming and a general negative impact on the public health.

3. What are the effects of poor Domestic Waste management? Solid wastes, when improperly disposed of can be an environmental hazard in that the

surrounding environments as well as the fish are affected. Poor solid waste has also led to the death of animals (especially domestic animals).

These wastes when improperly dumped into the atmosphere can lead to the destruction of the ozone layer and may cause diseases such as cancer.

It also affects drainage. This may cause flooding. Poor Domestic Waste management also displays an ugly scenario of the environment.

This can affect the tourism industry, as the tourist may not get attracted to visit the country.

It has also led to the spread of diseases in such away that when wastes like broken bottles and these are dumped anywhere, they collect water in them (when it rains) and this may become a breeding ground for mosquitoes.

Wastes like human stool cause diseases when poorly dumped, as the flies will carry the germ from the stool.

It can also lead to human injury. For example, when a person is walking and steps on the broken bottles or nails or even pins (shape objects), he can get injured which may lead to bleeding. (These waste objects are infected with germs)

4. Diseases related to Improper Waste Disposal Diarrhea Skin diseases Cholera Dengue fever Hepatitis Tuberculosis

5. Different Ways of Proper Garbage Disposal

Waste can be segregated as 1. Biodegradable and2. Non-biodegradable.

Biodegradable waste includes organic waste, e.g. kitchen waste, vegetables, fruits, flowers, leaves from the garden, and paper.

Non-biodegradable waste can be further segregated into:a) Recyclable waste – plastics, paper, glass, metal, etc.b) Toxic waste – old medicines, paints, chemicals, bulbs, spray cans, fertilizer and pesticide containers, batteries, shoe polish.c) Soiled – hospital waste such as cloth soiled with blood and other body fluids.Toxic and soiled waste must be disposed of with utmost care.

Dispose in the right place Always cover the garbage can Be aware of the time the garbage collector will get the garbage All garbage must be ready for pick up in the right place and at the right time. Collect reusable materials as much as possible.

IV. METHODOLOGY: lecture and discussion

V. TIME FRAME:

VI. RESOURCES: visual aids, Brochures

VIII. EVALUATION TOOL: survey questionnairesIX. REFERENCES: http://www.doh-bin.com/Managing-waste.html

SESSION DESIGN FOR PROPER MANAGEMENT OF SORE EYES

TOPIC: SORE EYES (PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT)

GOAL: Each family will be able to manage and prevent sore eyes in the community.


OBJECTIVE CONTENT

METHODOLOGY

TIME FRAME

RESOURCES

PERSON RESPONSIBLE

EVALUATION TOOL

The participants will be able to identify the symptoms of sore eyes.

The participants will understand the causes of sore eyes and how it can spread.

The residents of Tambo seaside will be able to apply what they have learned about proper management of Sore eyes

What is Sore Eyes?

What are the causes of Sore Eyes?

How can Sore eyes be transmitted?

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Sore eyes?How can it be treated? How can you prevent Sore eyes?

Lecture and discussion

Brochure Survey questionnaires

SESSION DESIGN FOR COUGH AND COLDS PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT

TOPIC: COUGH AND COLD AS A RELATED HEALTH PROBLEM

GOAL:The participants would be able to know the importance of cough and cold prevention and management


OBJECTIVE CONTENT

METHODOLOGY

TIME FRAME

RESOURCES

PERSON RESPONSIBLE

EVALUATION TOOL

After health teaching, the participants will have enough knowledge on the causes of cough and colds.

After health teaching, the participants will have enough knowledge on how cough and colds can be prevented.

The residents of Tambo seaside will be able to manage cough and colds in the community.

Definition of cough?

Causes of cough and colds?

Are colds and cough contagious

How can you manage cough and colds?When should i go to my healthcare provider



SESSION DESIGN FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION

TOPIC: Proper Garbage Disposal

GOAL: The people in the community will be able to gain knowledge regarding the proper waste disposal


OBJECTIVE CONTENT METHODOLOGY

TIME FRAME

RESOURCES PERSON RESPONSIBLE

EVALUATION TOOL

To develop awareness and importance of proper waste disposal, segregation and management

What is environmental sanitation?

Importance of Proper Garbage Disposal

What are the effects of poor Domestic Waste management

Diseases related to Improper Waste Disposal

Different Ways of Proper Garbage Disposal



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