A registered nurse in a university student health center is initiating a skin cancer primary prevention intervention for a newly enrolled young adult. In what order should the nurse implement the following actions? Arrange them from first to last.
- 1Assess the student's current outdoor activities, sunscreen usage, and tanning habits.
- 2Identify the client's specific learning needs and risk factors for melanoma.
- 3Collaborate with the student to establish realistic goals for integrating sun protection into their routine.
- 4Educate the student on the proper application and reapplication of broad-spectrum SPF sunscreen.
- 5Evaluate the student's comprehension of the prevention strategies using the teach-back method.
Answer
The correct sequence follows the nursing process (ADPIE): Assess current habits, identify learning needs (Diagnosis/Analysis), establish goals (Planning), educate the client (Implementation), and evaluate understanding (Evaluation).
When implementing any health promotion strategy, client teaching, or primary prevention plan, the registered nurse must follow the systematic approach of the nursing process. This ensures care is individualized, safe, and effective. The sequence must always be Assessment (gathering data on habits), Diagnosis/Analysis (identifying risks and learning needs), Planning (setting collaborative goals), Implementation (providing the actual education), and Evaluation (verifying understanding via teach-back).
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Key Concept
Application of the Nursing Process in Health Promotion and Client Education