Week 3

Question 1

There are 8 stages to the Corbin and Strauss Illness Trajectory Model. List them.

Answer 1

• pre-trajectory = lifestylefactors/ genetics
• trajectory onset = sign & symptoms
• stable= illness is under control
• unstable= icreasing symptoms disruption to everyday activities
• acute = severe symptoms
• crisis = emergency treatment
• downward = rapid decline
• dying = body begins to shut down.

Question 2

What is the Paterson’s Shifting Perspectives Model?

Answer 2

This recognises that at times the pt with a chronic illness will see themselves as well, with the illness in the background, while at other times see themselves as unwell, with the illness in the foreground.

Question 3

list the 5 principles for psychosocial care

Answer 3

• partnership
• collaborative decision making
• self management
• holistic care
• empowerment

Question 4

Define resilience

Answer 4

The ability to bounce back