Health status

Hypertensive
Hypertensive;
History of open
cholecystectomy
Children:
Hypertensive;
History of
preeclampsia
Dysmenorrhea
Unremarkable
Headache
during menses
Other persons included in the household:
Hypertensive

I. Introduction
The family is the social context in which illness occurs and where recovery takes place.
Family defines health and illness; Family makes health decisions
Transmission of diseases happens within families
Health behavior is acquired from the family
Families can cause stress, may be a source of social support

II. Objectives
 Recognize and anticipate the specific needs of the family to prevent occurrence of disease or
its complications;
 To be aware of any existing risk factors, prepare suitable periodic health exam inclusive of
lifestyle check, screening tests, immunization and chemoprevention;
 Promote healthy lifestyle and health promoting behaviors to the family;
 Prepare a wellness plan for a family that is appropriate to their lifecycle stage and existing
medical problems;