Health Perception-Health Management Pattern
The client stated that in her young age she’s health conscious which is evident in her
ADLs. She doesn’t have vices like cigarette smoking, alcohol drinking, nor illegal substance
abuse. As a result of living a healthful lifestyle, she mentioned that she doesn’t usually
experience fever, colds, nor cough. However, she added that she experiences headache
when the weather is too hot. When she’s asked about what she does whenever that
happens, the client said that she keeps herself hydrated by drinking plenty of water and
wears appropriate clothing such as lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. This
goes to show that the client has a knowledge on how to take care of herself in such
situation. During her pregnancy, she took her mother’s pieces of advice regarding eating
healthy foods such as vegetables and fruits that will benefit her and her baby. Also, the
client shared that at her young age getting pregnant for the first time and unexpected, she
sought for guidance from her parents which she was told to visit clinics for peace of mind.
So, she did and had prenatal checkups. Now, after giving birth through normal spontaneous
delivery, she had a laceration which led to a hematoma in the perineal region. Upon
experiencing the symptoms and other discomforts, she immediately decided to have herself
checked in the hospital.