Health Promotion & Disease Prevention NCLEX questions with answers 2024

Health Promotion & Disease Prevention NCLEXFrequency of Major Examinations/Screenings - correct answer 1. Routine physical exam: varies, usually every 3-5 years from ages 20-40; more frequently after 40 2. Dental: every 6 months 3. Blood pressure: at least every 2 years; annually if previously elevated 4. BMI: as each routine physical exam 5. Blood cholesterol: starting at age 20, a minimum of every 5 years 6. Blood Glucose: starting at age 45, every 3 years 7. Colo-rectal Screening: Starting at age 50, fecal occult blood testing every year, sigmoidoscopy every 5 years, colonoscopy every 10 years Prevention Examples: Primary - correct answer Immunization programs; child car seat education; nutrition/fitness activities; health education in schools Prevention Examples: Secondary - correct answer Communicable disease screening, case finding; early detection, treatment of diabetes mellitus; exercise programs for older adults who are frail Prevention Examples: Tertiary - correct answer Prevention of pressure ulcers after spinal cord injury; promoting independence after traumatic brain injury A nurse is caring for a 19 year old client who is sexually active and has come to the college health clinic for the first time for a checkup. Which of the following interventions should the nurse perform first to determine the client's need for health promotion and disease prevention? A. Measure the client's vital signs B. Encourage HIV screening C. Determine the client's risk factors D. Instruct the client to use condoms - correct answer C. Determine the client's risk factors