Research the health-illness continuum and its relevance to patient care. In a 750-1,000 word paper, discuss the relevance of the continuum to patient care and present a perspective of your current state of health in relation to the wellness spectrum. Include the following:

Research the health-illness continuum and its relevance to patient care. In a 750-1,000 word paper, discuss the relevance of the continuum to patient care and present a perspective of your current state of health in relation to the wellness spectrum. Include the following:

Relation of Human-Illness Continuum to Value, Dignity, and Promotion of Human Flourishing

The health-illness continuum has helped me understand that individuals need awareness, education, and growth to attain the desired high level of wellness. I have also realized that medication and physical treatment only moves patients’ health to a neutral point with no evident signs of illness. However, after getting to the neutral point, the choice to move to the left or right direction depends on an individual’s actions to move to optimum health (Koskinen, 2020). Besides, I have learned that peoples’ attitude towards health affects their overall health and wellbeing. Consequently, when interacting with patients, I endeavor to promote a positive attitude in them so that they can move toward achieving good health. When conducting patient assessment, I evaluate a patient’s position at continuum (Koskinen, 2020). I also examine the risk factors causing a decline in the patient’s health and help them avoid premature death by creating awareness and providing education, which promotes human flourishing.

Reflection on Personal State of Health and the Health Illness Continuum

I am in overall good health based on the absence of chronic diseases, recurrent infections, or disability. Behaviors that support my health include healthy eating habits, engaging in regular physical exercise, and maintaining high personal and environmental hygiene levels. The healthy diet and regular exercises are inspired by the wish to maintain a healthy weight and prevent NCDs. However, I observed that I have poor health-seeking behaviors, which might detract me from achieving the desired high level of health and wellness. For instance, I hardly attend annual well check-ups despite my insurance covering for such services. Besides, I do not adhere to the immunization schedule and have not had a flu shot in the past three years. I am also reluctant to take the COVID-19 vaccine, and I have never received the second dose, although the vaccine is readily available. I currently fall on the right side of the continuum.