NCLEX-PN

Chapter 3: Health Promotion & Maintenance Overview Welcome to the realm of Health Promotion and Maintenance on the NCLEX-PN® exam. Approximately 6-12% of the questions on this crucial test pertain to this essential category. Within this domain, you will encounter inquiries centered around expected growth and development principles, preventative measures, early detection of health issues, and effective strategies to attain optimal well-being. Gaining a solid understanding of these concepts will equip you with the knowledge needed to excel in this vital area of nursing practice. So, let's dive in and explore the key components of Health Promotion and Maintenance to help you succeed on your NCLEX-PN® journey. Learning Objectives 1.​ Apply knowledge of ante/intra/postpartum and newborn care to support clients effectively during these stages. 2.​ Understand the Aging Process 3.​ Identify developmental stages and transitions and their relevance to client health. 4.​ Implement strategies for health promotion, disease prevention, and risk assessment in nursing practice. The Role of the LPN in the Maternal/Child Setting The LPN scope of practice is established by each state's Nursing Practice Act, according to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Some states enable LPNs to delegate to and oversee LPNs and other unlicensed assistance professionals. Individual states establish criteria for the precise jobs that LPNs may perform. To address the duties that an LPN may undertake, it is required to refer to the nursing process, which was developed as a framework for nursing standards of practice in clinical care. Assessment, diagnosis, planning, execution, and evaluation are the five processes in the nursing process. According to the LPN's scope of practice, the LPN is only involved in four of these five processes; the diagnosis step is kept for physicians, APRNs, and RNs. ●​ Assessment : In the assessment phase, the LPN includes basic data collection that is used for assessment. They can collect basic data, compare it against standard measures, and identify any correlations with the findings. The main methods used to collect data are health interviews, physical examination, and observation. ●​ Diagnosis : Although the LPN cannot determine a nursing diagnosis, they assist the RN in determining the problems and priority of the client through prompt and accurate communication of client needs. At the end of this chapter, you should be able to:

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