Health Promotion in Nursing 2E

Health Promotion in Nursing, 2nd edition, offers a unique holistic viewpoint on the importance of achieving and maintaining health and wellness at all stages of life. It begins with an overview of health promotion concepts, nursing theories, and life span considerations. Organized within a biological, psychological, social, and environmental framework, Health Promotion in Nursing examines all aspects of health & wellness, focusing on the community and individual. This second edition also devotes attention to technology and its influence on health and wellness.

Fundamental areas of health promotion such as nutrition, physical fitness, weight control, cultural sensitivity, and avoidance of substance abuse are covered in depth. Health promotion nursing strategies are highlighted as appropriate in the care of individuals, communities, and groups.

Section I: Conceptual Foundations and Theoretical Approaches
1 Health Promotion: Past, Present, and Future
2 Nursing Concepts and Health Promotion
3 Theoretical Foundations of Health Promotion
4 The Role of the Nurse in Health Promotion

Section II: Factors Influencing Health Promotion
5 Communicaton
6 Cultural Considerations
7 Environmental Factors
8 The Mind-Body Connection

Section III: Promoting Health Throughout the Life Cycle
9 The Mother, Infant, and Toddler
10 The Child
11 The Adolescent and Young Adult
12 The Middle-Aged Adult
13 The Older Adult

Section IV: Health promotion Strategies and Interventions
14 Embracing Proper Nutrition
15 Engaging in Physical Fitness
16 Controlling Weight
17 Avoiding Tobacco, Alcohol, and Substance Abuse
18 Enhancing Holistic Care

Section V: Health Promotion Concerns
19 Concerns of the Health Professional
20 Economic and Quality Concerns
21 Ethical, Legal, and Political Concerns