Nurses play a pivotal role in implementing preventive measures through various activities:
- Patient Education: Educating patients about healthy lifestyle choices such as balanced diet, regular exercise, and avoiding tobacco or excessive alcohol. - Vaccinations: Administering vaccines to prevent diseases like influenza, measles, and HPV. - Screenings and Assessments: Conducting screenings for conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and cancer to detect issues early. - Infection Control: Adhering to strict infection control protocols to prevent the spread of infectious diseases within healthcare settings. - Chronic Disease Management: Helping patients manage chronic conditions through education, medication management, and lifestyle adjustments.
