The Impact Of Chronic Illness Su Nsg4055 W2 Project Ramos Lp

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The Impact of Chronic Illness SU NSG4055 W2-Project Ramos, L Professor Bral South University November 25, 2020 The Impact of Chronic Illness Obesity is one of the major health issues facing the world. Obesity is a health issue that is caused by various factors such as lifestyle and human behavior as well as genetics. Some of the behaviors that cause obesity are medication use, inactivity, and diet patterns (Parkinson ET AL., 2017). Obesity is a major health issue throughout the world because it has adverse outcomes. Obesity is directly related to the leading causes of deaths in the United States and other parts of the world like diabetes, stroke, and different types of cancer.

The World Health Organization estimates that the number of obese people throughout the world has tripled since 1975. As of 2016, an approximated 1.9 billion adults were overweight with 650 million being obese (Michele, 2018). Childhood obesity is also a major health concern. As of 2019, approximately 38 million children under the age of five were found to be overweight (Zhang et al., 2020). Although it is a major health problem, obesity is preventable.

It is important for healthcare professionals to work closely with the community and identify factors that cause pollution and how to overcome them. This paper looks at the data collected from a patient with pulmonary heart disease and analyzes how his lifestyle could have contributed to the disease. Pulmonary heart disease or pulmonary hypertension is one of the leading types of high blood pressure. Pulmonary heart disease is a dangerous disease because it affects the arteries that are found in the right parts of the lungs. Pulmonary heart disease arises when the blood vessels in the right side of the lungs become clogged or blocked, making it hard for blood to flow through to the lungs (Zhang et al., 2020).

Difficulties in the flow of blood in the right-hand side of the lungs lead to increased blood pressure forcing the heart to work harder to push the blood to the lungs. Overworking of the heart causes its muscles to weaken and eventually fail (Michele, 2018). Obesity and a poor lifestyle are some of the main factors that cause pulmonary heart disease. The interview was carried out on a 39-year-old male patient from a different health facility. The patient was suffering from pulmonary heart disease and exhibited all the symptoms of the diseases.

For example, he faced difficulty in breathing, chest pain or pressured a racing heart pulse (Arrigo et al., 2016). From the respondents provided by the patient, it became evident why he had developed the disease. The patient responded that he took approximately 6 meals every day and he like eating sweets and other sugary foods. The patient further stated that he takes in sweetened beverages like soft drinks and juices after every meal, meaning that he takes sugary beverages more than 20 times every week. The patient likes barbecued foods, an indicator that he consumes large amounts of greasy foods which increase the likelihood of a person becoming obese (Arrigo et al., 2016).

The patient rarely eats vegetables and fruits. Instead, he focuses on red meat and other greasy foods. The patient reported that he never works out and instead prefers watching movies and playing video games. The responses given by the patient indicates why he developed pulmonary heart disease. Lifestyle is one of the major causes of pulmonary heart disease.

Individuals that live a poor lifestyle are more likely to develop obesity problems which lead to the disease. For example, a lack of exercise may cause obesity. Obesity leads to an increase in fat deposits in the body (Parkinson et al., 2017). Poor diets such as a large intake of sugary and greasy foods increase the level of cholesterol in the body, increasing the fat that is stored in the body. Such fats could be deposited in the arteries in the lungs leading to clogging (Parkinson et al., 2017).

Clogged arteries make it hard for blood to flow through to the lungs leading to the weakening of heart muscles. From the responses, it is evident that the patient does not work out nor lead a healthy lifestyle. For example, the patient responded to never exercising. The patient also stated that he takes in greasy and sweet foods frequently further increasing his risk of getting pulmonary heart disease (Cyril et al., 2017). The patient further indicated that he rarely eats vegetables and fruits, opting instead to take non healthy foods and sugary drinks which increase the risk for obesity and other lifestyle diseases.

From the analysis of the patient’s lifestyle and dietary behavior, it is evident that there are several coping skills and treatment approaches that he can adapt. Foremost, the patient should change his dietary patterns and eat healthier foods. He should reduce the sugar intake and increase the amount of vegetable and fruits that he eats. Additionally, he should also try to exercise. He should start with light exercises such as walking before moving to more intensive exercises.

Exercises help the body to burn the excess calories and prevent them from being deposited in the arteries. Exercises will also improve the body’s immune system helping the patient to avoid contracting opportunistic diseases. The patient should also reduce the intake of sweetened beverages like soft drinks and juices. Sweetened products increase the number of calories in the body. An inactive lifestyle means that the calories are not used by the body.

By decreasing the intake of sugar, the body will burn most of the calories thus reducing the fat stored along the blood vessels. For the patient to effectively cope or manage the disease, he will require the help of his family members. Family members are important for patients that suffer from chronic illnesses because they provide any assistance that is required. Family members are also important because they help patients deal with the stress that comes with managing diseases like pulmonary heart disease. The patient’s family should, therefore, stay close to him and offer any assistance required.

By being close to his family, the patient could be more motivated to get better and change his lifestyle and behavior. The support of his doctor and other medical professionals is also required if the patient is to manage his condition. For example, nutritionists provide advice on the best type of food that the patient can take for him to address his obesity problem. In summation, it is evident that the patient is suffering from pulmonary heart disease due to his lifestyle. The patient eats unhealthy foods like sweet beverages, soft drinks, greasy and fatty foods. He rarely eats fruits and vegetables and never exercises. His life has exposed him to the risk of developing pulmonary heart diseases because he is obese. A multidisciplinary team of doctors his family caregivers, nutritionist, and nurses must work together if they are to manage the patient’s disease.

Paper For Above instruction

The global prevalence of obesity has become a critical public health concern, significantly contributing to the burden of chronic illnesses worldwide. Obesity, characterized by excessive fat accumulation, results from complex interactions between genetic predispositions, behavioral patterns, and environmental factors. Its alarming rise over the past few decades underscores the need for targeted interventions at both individual and community levels. This paper explores the impact of lifestyle and behavioral patterns on obesity and related chronic diseases, highlighting a case study of a patient with pulmonary heart disease and proposing comprehensive strategies for management and prevention.

Obesity’s connection to chronic illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke, and certain forms of cancer is well-documented (Parkinson et al., 2017). According to the World Health Organization (WHO), global obesity rates have tripled since 1975, with an estimated 1.9 billion adults overweight and 650 million classified as obese as of 2016 (Michele, 2018). Childhood obesity also presents a significant concern, with 38 million children under five classified as overweight in 2019 (Zhang et al., 2020). Although these figures highlight the severity, obesity remains a preventable condition through lifestyle modifications and health education.

The case study focuses on a 39-year-old male patient diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension, a severe form of pulmonary heart disease. Pulmonary hypertension is characterized by increased blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs, which over time leads to right-sided heart failure. The pathophysiology involves the narrowing or clogging of pulmonary arteries, which impairs blood flow and forces the heart to work harder to circulate blood, eventually weakening the right ventricle (Zhang et al., 2020). The patient presented with symptoms such as dyspnea, chest pain, and tachycardia, consistent with disease progression.

Analysis of the patient’s lifestyle revealed significant contributing factors to his condition. The patient reported consuming approximately six meals daily, primarily consisting of sugary foods, a habit corroborated by regular intake of sweetened beverages more than 20 times weekly. His diet was rich in greasy, fatty foods, including barbecued meats, with minimal intake of fruits and vegetables. Notably, he reported never engaging in physical activity, instead preferring sedentary activities like watching movies and playing video games. These behaviors collectively increase the risk of obesity, a key contributor to pulmonary hypertension through mechanisms such as increased cholesterol levels, fat deposits in pulmonary vessels, and heightened strain on the cardiovascular system (Parkinson et al., 2017).

The role of diet and physical activity in the development of pulmonary hypertension underscores the critical importance of lifestyle modification. A high-calorie diet rich in sugars and saturated fats promotes weight gain and lipid accumulation in the arteries, including those within the lungs. Over time, these deposits cause narrowing and obstruction, elevating pulmonary arterial pressures (Arrigo et al., 2016). Conversely, regular exercise can improve cardiovascular health, aid in weight management, and enhance vascular function, thereby reducing disease progression risk.

Management strategies for patients like the subject include dietary modifications, increased physical activity, and psychosocial support. Dietary counseling aimed at reducing sugar intake, increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables, and limiting greasy foods can significantly influence weight loss and improve vascular health. The initiation of light exercises, such as walking, slowly progressing to more vigorous activities, can help burn excess calories, lower cholesterol levels, and strengthen the heart muscle (Cyril et al., 2017). Beyond physical health, family involvement is vital; familial support provides emotional encouragement, promotes adherence to lifestyle changes, and assists in stress management, which is often overlooked but essential in chronic disease management.

Healthcare professionals such as nutritionists, nurses, and physicians should adopt a multidisciplinary approach tailored to individual needs. Nutritional counseling customized to reduce caloric intake and promote balanced diets is paramount (Arrigo et al., 2016). Pulmonary hypertension management also involves pharmacologic interventions; however, lifestyle modification remains a cornerstone of disease control and quality of life improvement. Patient education is vital in empowering individuals to make informed choices conducive to health and well-being (Zhang et al., 2020).

A comprehensive care plan for the patient should include psychological support to address behavioral barriers, family education to foster supportive environments, and regular health monitoring. The goal is to facilitate sustainable lifestyle changes that mitigate disease progression and promote overall health. Engaging patients actively in their care plans fosters adherence, improves outcomes, and reduces healthcare costs related to preventable complications of obesity and related chronic diseases (Michele, 2018).

In conclusion, the case study emphasizes that lifestyle factors—particularly diet and physical activity—are significant determinants of chronic illnesses like pulmonary hypertension. Addressing these modifiable risks through targeted education, behavioral interventions, and multidisciplinary support can substantially reduce the burden of obesity-related diseases. The involvement of family and healthcare teams plays a crucial role in fostering sustainable health behavior changes, ultimately improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

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