Chapter 1: Introduction to Health Promotion and Public Health
* Summary: Introduces health promotion and public health as disciplines that focus on improving the health and well-being of populations. Emphasizes the role of nurses in these fields.
* Real example: A community health nurse working with a local homeless shelter to provide health screenings and education on disease prevention.
Chapter 2: The Health Belief Model
* Summary: Explores the Health Belief Model, which explains why people make certain health decisions. Discusses factors that influence health behaviors, such as perceived susceptibility and benefits.
* Real example: A nurse using the Health Belief Model to encourage patients to quit smoking by emphasizing the health risks of smoking and the potential benefits of quitting.
Chapter 3: The Stages of Change Model
* Summary: Presents the Stages of Change Model, which describes the process people go through when adopting or changing health behaviors. Discusses the stages of precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.
* Real example: A nurse working with a group of pre-teens to develop a physical activity program tailored to their stage of change.
Chapter 4: Health Education
* Summary: Explores health education as a key tool for promoting healthy behaviors and preventing disease. Discusses different methods of health education, such as lectures, workshops, and social media campaigns.
* Real example: A public health nurse developing and implementing a school-based program to teach children about healthy eating habits.
Chapter 5: Health Screening and Surveillance
* Summary: Discusses the importance of health screening and surveillance for detecting and tracking health conditions in populations. Explores different types of screenings and surveillance methods.
* Real example: A nurse coordinating a community-wide blood pressure screening event to identify individuals at risk for hypertension.
Chapter 6: Health Policy
* Summary: Examines the role of health policy in shaping public health initiatives. Discusses the processes involved in developing and implementing health policies.
* Real example: A nurse advocate working to influence lawmakers to pass legislation that expands access to healthcare for uninsured individuals.
Chapter 7: The Nursing Role in Health Promotion and Public Health
* Summary: Explores the unique contributions that nurses make to health promotion and public health. Discusses the roles of nurses as educators, advocates, and collaborators.
* Real example: A nurse practitioner providing comprehensive healthcare services to a rural community, including health screenings, disease management, and counseling on healthy behaviors.
Chapter 8: Future Directions in Health Promotion and Public Health
* Summary: Discusses emerging trends and challenges in health promotion and public health. Explores the role of technology, globalization, and social determinants of health in shaping future practice.
* Real example: A nurse developing a mobile health application to provide personalized health information and support to individuals with chronic conditions.
