What are some examples of lifespan considerations when planning health maintenance activities?
When planning programs for the infant, the family’s health practices and risk factors are important considerations. The nurse may need to work with the infant’s caregivers and their health behaviors while addressing the infant’s needs, for example, for a safe environment and adequate nutrition. Likewise, the nurse needs to educate the older child’s caregivers on safety practices, such as wearing helmets or seatbelts, because children are prone to accidents and injuries. Adolescents are vulnerable to peer pressure and making unhealthy choices, so the nurse needs to help parents as well as teens use open communications and make healthy lifestyle choices. Adults need stress management, self-examination and self care skills, and regular communication with a health care provider for adequate health promotion.
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