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RN Concept-Based Assessment Level 3 Online Practice A - Focused Review_100%

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1. Health Promotion / Wellness / Disease Prevention a. Immunizations i. Immunizations currently prevent 2-3 million deaths per year, according to the WHO. ii. One of the most cost-effective public ... health interventions. b. Obesity Management i. Recommendation for 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week. ii. A BMI of 30 or higher is considered obese iii. Dietary interventions like cutting calories or making healthier choices can reverse obesity. 2. Human Growth and Development a. ADHD/ADD i. Warning signs include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. ii. Medications include Adderall, Ritalin, Concerta, and Focalin iii. There is no cure for ADHD, but through medication and therapy, condition can be managed successfully for life. b. Autism Spectrum Disorders i. Impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others ii. Risk factors include having a sibling with ASD, having older parents, and low birth weight. iii. Autism support groups can be found to share information and experiences. c. Cerebral Palsy i. Group of disorders that affect movement and muscle tone or posture. ii. Caused by damage that occurs to the immature brain as it develops, most often before birth. iii. Most signs and symptoms appear during infancy or preschool. d. Developmental Delays i. Parents and healthcare professionals partner to monitor for developmental milestones. ii. Most major developmental disabilities develop prior to birth. iii. Delays can be caused by genetics, pregnancy problems, premature birth, and other unknown causes. e. Down Syndrome i. Condition in which an extra chromosome is present. ii. Down syndrome occurs when an individual has a full or partial extra copy of chromosome 21. iii. Approximately 1 in 700 babies is born with Down Syndrome in the [Show More]

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