About NCLEX-RN: Health Promotion and Maintenance
Health Promotion and Maintenance is a crucial component of the NCLEX-RN exam, focusing on the nurse’s role in promoting health, preventing illness, and maintaining optimal well-being. This area encompasses a wide range of skills, including:
- Health Assessment: Conducting comprehensive health assessments to identify health risks and promote preventive care.
- Health Education: Providing accurate and culturally sensitive health education to individuals and communities.
- Health Promotion: Implementing strategies to improve health behaviors and reduce health disparities.
- Disease Prevention: Identifying and addressing risk factors for common diseases.
- Wellness: Promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
- Lifestyle Modifications: Assisting patients in making lifestyle changes to improve their health.
By mastering these concepts, you’ll be well-prepared to empower patients to take control of their health and achieve optimal wellness.