Terveyskysymykset

Terveyskysymykset are Finnish questions related to an individual's health. In Finland, the term is used in clinical practice, patient interviews, patient intake forms, and in public health research to collect information about health status, symptoms, and risk factors.

They typically cover medical history, current symptoms, chronic conditions, medications and allergies, and lifestyle factors such as diet, physical activity, tobacco and alcohol use, sleep, and mental health. Depending on the context, questions may also address sexual health, reproductive history, and family health background. The format can be oral, written, or digital, and may include both open-ended and structured items.

In clinical settings, terveyskysymykset help clinicians understand a patient’s health needs, guide examinations, and inform treatment decisions. In research and health surveys, they provide data for prevalence estimates, risk assessment, and the evaluation of public health interventions. Standardized and validated scales may be used within these questions to measure aspects such as mood, anxiety, pain, or quality of life, often adapted to Finnish language and culture.

Ethical and legal considerations are important. Collecting health information requires informed consent, clear communication, and protection of privacy. Data handling must comply with national rules and the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including secure storage, restricted access, and appropriate data sharing practices. Language accessibility and cultural relevance are also critical to ensure accurate responses and equitable use of terveyskysymykset across diverse populations.

See also: health survey, patient intake form, health questionnaire, medical history, LGBTQ+ health questions.