31-543-306Nursing Health Promotion
Course Information
Description
This course focuses on topics related to health promotion for individuals and families throughout the lifespan. Topics include reproductive issues, pregnancy, labor and delivery, post-partum, the newborn, and the child, adaptive and maladaptive behaviors applying mental health principles. An emphasis is placed on teaching and supporting healthy lifestyles choices for individuals of all ages. Nutrition, exercise, stress management, empowerment, and risk reduction practices are highlighted. Study of the family will cover dynamics, functions, discipline styles, and stages of development.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Use principles of teaching/learning when reinforcing teaching plans
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    reflect the use of the nursing process
    reflect theories of teaching and learning
    include an evaluation of teaching methods
    include evidence-based content appropriate to the teaching topic
    include multiple teaching strategies appropriate to the developmental level of the learner
    incorporate principles of teaching/learning·
    include a complete nursing diagnostic statement using a specific knowledge deficit as the problem
    include a specific evaluative outcome data that measure learning

  2. Apply principles of family dynamics to nursing care
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    demonstrate familiarity with family functions
    apply an understanding of roles of family members
    incorporate family dynamics
    apply knowledge of styles of family decision making
    apply family developmental stages
    incorporate knowledge of family cultural practices related to health

  3. Adapt nursing interventions for maladaptive patterns of behavior
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    differentiate between adaptive and maladaptive behaviors
    describe clinical manifestations of anxiety, mood, psychotic, impulse control and substance use disorders in the patient and family
    identify the cues associated with domestic, child and elder abuse
    describe recommended pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapeutic interventions
    apply knowledge of recurring cycle of violence
    include legal and ethical obligations related to notification and documentation

  4. Plan nursing care for patients with reproductive issues
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    apply knowledge of reproductive issues such as: contraception, normal reproduction, reproductive screening, STIs, and infertility
    use the nursing process
    include the recommended therapeutic nursing actions
    apply knowledge of normal male and female sexual changes across the lifespan
    recognize barriers to reproductive care
    show respect for patient's individual choices

  5. Plan nursing care for a healthy pregnant woman
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    include evidence-based concepts related to preconception and healthy pregnancy for woman and fetus
    include elements of the nursing process
    apply knowledge of appropriate nursing and medical care based on trimesters
    recognize danger signs and related nursing actions
    incorporate teaching concepts related to pregnancy
    include labs and diagnostics related to pregnancy
    apply knowledge of medication used in pregnancy

  6. Plan nursing care during uncomplicated labor and delivery
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    include data that pertains to uncomplicated labor and delivery
    include elements of the nursing process
    apply knowledge of appropriate nursing care based on labor and delivery stages
    apply knowledge of medications used in uncomplicated labor and delivery
    identify common complications of labor and delivery

  7. Plan nursing care for a healthy newborn
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    apply concepts of family centered care by including physical and psychosocial needs that pertains to the healthy newborn
    include elements of the nursing process
    apply evidenced-based nursing and medical care based on needs of the healthy newborn
    apply knowledge of medications for the healthy newborn
    recognize community resources for newborn care

  8. Plan nursing care for the post-partum patient
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    apply concepts of family centered care by including physical and psychosocial needs that pertains to the postpartum patient
    include elements of the nursing process
    apply knowledge of appropriate nursing and medical care for the postpartum patient
    identify common complications of the post-partum patient
    plan education for the post-partum patient including community resources

  9. Examine adaptations of nursing care for patients from infancy through adolescence
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    include elements of the nursing process
    base your response on unique needs of the child's stage of development
    include individualized interventions for the child and his/her family
    consider the setting in which care is delivered
    examine evidence-based practices of recommended immunizations
    recognize community resources for care of children

  10. Plan nursing care for the ill child
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    examine nursing care for common childhood illnesses
    show developmentally appropriate modification of nursing measures of the acutely or chronically ill child
    incorporate lifespan considerations when identifying interventions that minimize stress of illness and hospitalization for children and families
    incorporate effects of illness and hospitalization on the child and family

  11. Plan a healthy diet for a well patient
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    include an assessment component of the patient's current diet
    include current recommendations regarding diet for patients according to developmental needs
    include a variety of foods to address cultural, values and ethnic considerations
    include recommendations based on individual patient health conditions

  12. Encourage healthy lifestyle behaviors in patients
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    use the nursing process
    include elements of a healthy lifestyle
    identify the use of health screening guidelines and immunizations
    include stress management as primary prevention
    include identification of risk factors
    outline the steps the patient could take to reduce the risks
    base your response on the patient's level of risk
    demonstrate awareness of a behavior change process

  13. Promote safety/accident prevention for patients from infancy through adolescence
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    identify evidence of unsafe situations
    identify common safety concerns related to developmental level
    provide accurate and developmentally appropriate interventions
    include anticipatory guidance topics

  14. Promote healthy coping in acute and chronic illness
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written or performance assessment
    Criteria
    identify coping strategies and defense mechanisms
    include a systematic assessment of adaptive or maladaptive behaviors
    reflect knowledge of coping as it relates to development and health status
    incorporate the nursing process as it relates to acute and chronic illness
    include a differentiation between primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention
    examine the role of the nurse in various community settings
    examine the role of collaboration with family and multidisciplinary team members

  15. Use principles of teaching/learning when reinforcing teaching plans
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    identify client learning needs and potential barriers
    contribute to a teaching plan
    choose the appropriate teaching method
    apply principles of teaching and learning
    determine if learning was achieved

  16. Apply principles of family dynamics to nursing care
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    identify family roles, structure, and functions
    examine family dynamics
    factor the influence of family cultural practices related to health
    differentiate between healthy and unhealthy parenting styles
    identify the psychosocial effect of illness on a client and family health

  17. Contribute to a plan of care for mental health and maladaptive conditions
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    differentiate between adaptive and maladaptive behaviors
    identify defense mechanisms
    analyze clinical manifestations of anxiety, mood, psychotic, impulse control, and substance abuse disorders in the client and family
    identify cues associated with domestic, child, and elder abuse
    analyze cues of recurring cycle of violence
    describe recommended pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapeutic interventions
    identify legal and ethical obligations related to notification and documentation
    promote healthy coping strategies

  18. Contribute to a plan of care for clients with reproductive issues
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    identify reproductive issues such as contraception, normal reproduction, reproductive screening, STIs, and fertility
    identify healthy male and female sexual development across the lifespan
    determine teaching concepts related to reproductive issues, including identification of community resources
    identify factors influencing client’s individual choices, such as culture, values, and religion
    identify gender and sexuality concepts, such as identity, expression, and attraction

  19. Contribute to a plan of care for an antepartum client
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    identify appropriate nursing and medical care throughout the pregnancy
    identify pregnancy complications and related nursing interventions
    determine teaching concepts related to pregnancy, including identification of community resources
    describe pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapeutic interventions used in pregnancy
    determine prenatal assessment data for a healthy pregnant client, including labs and diagnostics
    identify factors influencing client’s individual choices, such as culture, values, and religion

  20. Contribute to a plan of care during labor and delivery
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    identify appropriate nursing and medical care throughout labor and delivery
    identify common labor and delivery complications and related nursing interventions
    determine teaching concepts related to labor and delivery, including identification of community resources
    describe pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapeutic interventions used during labor and delivery
    determine assessment data for a healthy labor and delivery, including labs and diagnostics
    identify factors influencing client’s individual choices, such as culture, values, religion, and birth plan

  21. Contribute to a plan of care for the post-partum client
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    identify appropriate nursing and medical care for the post-partum client
    identify common post-partum complications of and related nursing interventions
    determine teaching concepts related to post-partum care, including identification of community resources
    describe pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapeutic interventions used with the post-partum client
    determine assessment data for a healthy post-partum client, including labs and diagnostics
    identify factors influencing client’s individual choices, such as culture, values, and religion

  22. Contribute to a plan of care for a healthy newborn
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    apply concepts of physical and psychosocial needs pertaining to a healthy newborn
    identify appropriate nursing and medical care for the healthy newborn
    identify common complications of a healthy newborn and related nursing interventions
    determine teaching concepts related to newborn care, including identification of community resources
    describe pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapeutic interventions used with the newborn client
    determine assessment data for a healthy newborn client, including labs and diagnostics
    identify factors influencing family's individual choices, such as culture, values, and religion

  23. Examine adaptations of nursing care for clients from infancy through adolescence
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    identify appropriate nursing and medical care for the developing child
    identify the unique needs of the child’s stage of development
    identify common complications of a developing child and related nursing interventions
    adapt interventions appropriate to the development level of the child and family
    identify recommended childhood immunizations
    explore community resources for the care of children
    promote safety and accident prevention

  24. Contribute to a plan of care for the ill child
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    identify appropriate nursing and medical care for common childhood illnesses
    identify effects of illness and hospitalization on the child and family
    identify interventions that minimize stress of illness and hospitalization for the child and family
    determine teaching concepts related to the ill child
    identify factors influencing client’s individual choices, such as culture, values, and religion

  25. Contribute to a plan for a healthy diet for a well client
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    identify assessment components of the client’s current diet
    identify current recommendations regarding diet for the client according to developmental needs
    adapt recommendations based on individual patient health conditions
    identify different food groups and food sources for vitamins and minerals
    identify factors influencing client’s individual choices, such as culture, values, and religion

  26. Encourage healthy lifestyles in clients
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, graphic and/or skill assessment
    Criteria
    determine elements of a healthy lifestyle
    identify health screening guidelines and adult immunizations
    provide education to promote risk reduction
    explain the behavior change process related to the client
    differentiate between primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention
    identify factors influencing client’s individual choices, such as culture, values, and religion