Health promotion and the wellness connection
Health Promotion and maintaining family wellness is beyond preventing illness. Love (2010) states wellness is a state of optimal health to which each of us can aim regardless of age, physical limitation, & income level.
Instructions:
1. Identify areas needing intervention by using the using the modified Love to Live Well Assessment below to highlight suggestions you may make for your interview family.
2. Use your interview family and identify areas for making health and wellness promotion.
3. Describe these recommendations for health promotion in a detailed patient teaching plan.
Sample Solution
The first area needing intervention identified by the modified Love to Live Well Assessment for my interview family is physical activity. The family does not currently take part in any active physical activities or sports, which can have a detrimental effect on their overall health and wellness. To address this issue, I would suggest helping them build an exercise routine that fits into their daily lives. This should include encouraging simple forms of exercise such as going for walks together or playing outdoor games while maintaining social distancing guidelines. Additionally, introducing activities such as yoga or stretching exercises could also be beneficial due to its low-impact nature and ability to help with stress management (Prakash et al., 2019).
The second area needing intervention identified is nutrition and diet. Eating a healthy balanced diet is essential for providing the body with all the necessary nutrients needed for optimal functioning, however it appears that my interview family’s current eating habits are quite unhealthy as they rely heavily on processed and fast food options. To address this problem I would suggest creating a meal plan based on foods from all five food groups while also including snacks rich in fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals (Choi & Bachmanov 2020). Furthermore I would recommend educating them about portion sizes so that they can make more informed choices when selecting items at restaurants or grocery stores.
The third area needing intervention identified was mental health and relaxation techniques. It appears that the members of my interview family do not currently use any coping strategies to help manage stress levels which could lead to potential long-term health issues if left unaddressed (Hofmann et al., 2011). To remedy this situation I would suggest teaching them relaxation techniques such as mindfulness meditation which has been proven effective in reducing anxiety levels (Kabat-Zinn 2014). Additionally, providing access to resources like counseling sessions or group therapy sessions may provide additional support during difficult times related to stressors both within the home environment or further a field.
