ATI Video Case Studies RN: Levels of Prevention

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NR 283 ATI Video Case Studies RN: Levels of Prevention • What level of prevention is depicted in the video and why? Secondary Prevention since the focus of secondary prevention is early detec... tion of disease. It includes early and periodic health screening, so that treatment is initiated soon enough to achieve positive outcomes. Nurses are actively involved in secondary-prevention strategies within community, healthcare and school settings. • What is an example of an intervention that a nurse would implement during the identified level of prevention when caring for Courtney? Explain what Cystic fibrosis (CF) is to the patient and family, Importance of continued care, Pulmonary Rehab, Dietary modifications, hand hygiene, and local support groups. Test 1. A nurse at an acute care facility is developing a stroke awareness initiative for staff. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include as part of tertiary prevention? Initiate referrals for a physical therapy evaluation for clients following a stroke 2. A faith community nurse is meeting with a 60 year-old client. Which of the following statements by the nurse is an example of secondary prevention? "Tell me how you are feeling about your current life situation." 3. A home health nurse is planning care for a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include to address primary prevention for this client? Instruct the client to eat fatty fish twice weekly to prevent cardiovascular disease 4. A public health nurse is reviewing a protocol for management of H5N1 influenza during an outbreak. Which of the following interventions should the nurse identify as part of tertiary prevention? Promote adequate hydration for clients experiencing an H5N1 infection. 5. A nurse is planning a primary prevention program for the older adults at a local community center. Which of the following information should the nurse include as a primary prevention strategy? Increase intake of dietary fiber [Show More]

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