Passive and active physical activity

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Case study 1:

Patrick is an older man who you are visiting for the first time. He lives alone. He has previously had a hyperactive thyroid which has been treated and current records show normal thyroid functioning. He has Asthma and Depression and the last time he went to the Dr, he said his blood pressure was quite high and they needed to keep an eye on it. He does have some reflux. He can have difficulty with swallowing and chewing.

Patrick does not have family and friends nearby so tends to keep to himself. He is independent and believes he doesn't need support. But he does find it difficult to fill his days and has recently been saying "My life has no meaning".

He can be unsteady on his feet and had a fall about 2 months ago where he fractured his wrist.

Question 1

Identify and list the systems and organs that impact Patrick's health. need be 6 examples of each.

Question 2

Discuss how the following could help Patrick.

Physical exercise
Mental exercise
Participating in activities/ meeting new people
Medical self-care
Eating well balanced diet
Using walking aids

Question 3

Explain the difference between a passive and an active physical activity.

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