CGSC380 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Congenital Disorder, Medical Model, Natural Environment

• School: University of Delaware
• Department: Cognitive Science
• Course: CGSC380
• Professor: Dr. Mineo

Document Summary

By identifying a particular congenital malformation syndrome, the clinician is able to understand: The possible symptoms which may be found in the syndrome. The progression and course of the syndrome. Understanding the full spectrum of possible symptoms may lead the clinician to search for anomalies which may not be readily apparent on first examination. Process of collecting and interpreting relevant data to guide clinical decision-making. Look at defect or deficit and want to find a cure/eliminate the problem. See how they are doing relative to where they should be. The particular background of an individual"s life and living. Features of the individual that are not part of a health conditions or health status. Gender, race, age, health conditions, fitness, lifestyle, habits, upbringing, coping styles, social background, past and current experience, character style, other psychological assets. The physical, social, and attitudinal environment in which people live and conduct their lives. Natural environment and human made changes in the environment.