Which statements should the nurse include in the definition of mental health during a health maintenance fair for pediatric clients? Select all that apply
1. Mental health is the change in thought that occurs during childhood.
2. Mental health is foundational to a sense of personal well-being.
3. Mental health does not impact physical health.
4. Mental health involves successful engagement in activities.
5. Mental health changes over time.
2, 4
Explanation:
1. Cognition, not mental health, is the change in thought that occurs during childhood; therefore, the nurse should not include this information.
2. Mental health is foundational to a sense of personal well-being; therefore, the nurse should include this information in the presentation.
3. Mental health does impact physical health; therefore, the nurse should not include this information.
4. Mental health does involve successful engagement in activities; therefore, the nurse should include this information in the presentation.
5. Cognition, not mental health, changes over time; therefore, the nurse should not include this information.
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