Nursing Health Promotion definitions

# Definition Sets
1 adequate nutrition and fluid intake adequate rest drug therapy specific treatment of an injury site observation and vital signs manage fever drug therapy antiypyretics - tylenol, motrin antihistamines corticosteroids antibiotics rice 1 set
2 health history/physical examination physical fitness cardiorespiratory fitness muscular fitness flexibility lifestyle and risk appraisal -personal habits -recreation -occupation -activities that promote optimal living -health risk appraisal (hra) tools 1 set
3 control of illnesses peripheral vascular disease diabetes mellitus chronic osteomyelitis pressure ulcers carefully assess extremities 1 set
4 role modeling, counseling (phone or 1:1), health education, promoting lifestyle changes 1 set
5 avoid recurrences/exacerbations (avoid cause), medication regime and compliance (promotes healing), nutrition, stress reduction and coping, no alcohol, caffeine or smoking. 1 set
6 • establishing presence-(being attentive, answering questions, being positive and encouraging (but realistic)) • supporting a healing relationship-mobilizing the patient's hope, support a positive attitude towards life; help the patient find an explanation for illness that is acceptable; support the patients spiritual resources and needs; allow the patient to exercise their beliefs and find spiritual comfort 1 set
7 role modeling counseling: individual and telephone health education supporting lifestyle changes 1 set
8 assess, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation (adpie) 1 set
9 modify risk factors weight loss occupational and recreational hazards physical fitness safety rugs, railings, supportive shoes canes, walkers, grab 1 set
10 presence,healing relationship, hope, reassurance,resources 1 set
11 -health promotion recognize individuals at risk *debilitated persons *older adults *underlying diseases (hiv, diabetes)hb, renal failure *taking immunosuppressive drug or corticosteroids -emptying bladder regularly and completely -evacuating bowel regularly -wiping perineal area front to back -drinking adequate fluids 1 set
12 -helping clients/family members staying focused on stay healthy and managing stress rather than focusing on their illness -approach from the view of preventing any further illness -highlight importance of setting time aside for themselves in the bust life is paramount -social supports/spirituality 1 set
13 -identify those at risk -routine screening for overweight adults over age 45 or those with family history 1 set
14 individual patient evaluation blood pressure measurement screening programs cardiovascular risk factor modification 1 set
15 1. primary: weight loss, diet, exercise, no smoking (adls) 2. secondary: medication, screenings, counseling 3. tertiary: medication, surgery, occupational therapy 1 set
16 medication education (general med teaching, what med is, why & what kind), how to use inhalers, mdi's spacers, dry powder, nebulizer 1 set
17 hep a and b: vaccination, good hygiene practices. hep c: no vaccine currently available. screening of blood, organ, and tissue donors. infection control precautions, modification of high-risk behavior. 1 set
18 expressed by readiness to enhance specific health behaviors such as nutritition and exercise 1 set
19 assess, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation 1 set
20 reduce stress, obtaining current immunizations, healthy diet, exercise, maintaining healthy lifestyle 1 set
21 1. early detection and tx to prevent complications! a. regular comprehensive opthalmologic exams- recommendations: -q 2-4 yrs (40-64 y.o.) -q 1-2 yrs (>65 y.o.) -if african-american- should have more often 1 set
22 1. early detection and treatment prevent complications!! - regular comprehensive ophthalmologic exam- recommendation: - q 2-4 yrs (40-64) - q 1-2 yrs (>65) - if black should do more often: increased incidence and more aggressive forms of glaucoma therefore should have more frequent exams 1 set
23 advocate, coordinator, consultant, deliverer of svcs (care provider & educator), researcher, role model 1 set
24 reinforcing safe health practices, health restoration, education, encouraging empowerment 1 set
25 promotion of normal defecation sitting position positioning on bedpan privacy 1 set
26 avoid triggers; dress appropriately, read labels, pre medicate (if you know what your triggers are), compliance to meds (overmed can trigger attack), prevent or treat uri immediately (sinusitis, etc. prevent, stay away from ppl who are sick), control dust, air filters, pets, smoking. 1 set
27 advocate, care manager, consultant, deliverer of services, educator, healer, and researcher 1 set
28 *prevent infection- if possible educate patient about risks * detect hiv infection early- administer history tell them about risky behavior want them to be tested for hiv 1 set
29 best management of inflammation/infection is prevention! adequate nutrition and fluid intake adequate rest drug therapy (medications given at correct time) specific treatment of an injury site (dressings changes keep clean and dry) 1 set
30 assessing the health of individulals validating assessment data diagnosing planning implementing evaluating 1 set
31 participate in policy development for health promotion. influence public expectations about health promote equitable access to preventive health care. 1 set