Nurses use levels of prevention to provide a framework or guide for nursing interventions. Focus is based on the client's needs and the care or service provided. Which of the following is an example of a true health promotion service?
a. An immunization clinic
b. A diabetic support group
c. A prenatal nutrition class
d. A smoking cessation clinic
C
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A An immunization clinic is an example of disease and injury prevention.
B A diabetic support group may be an example of a rehabilitation service, to help clients adapt to a change in lifestyle.
C Community clinics offer prenatal nutrition classes that promote the health of the woman, fetus, and infant. Building healthy public policy, creating supportive environments, strengthening community action, developing personal skills, reorienting health services are part of health promotion service.
D A smoking cessation clinic may be offered as part of a rehabilitation service or as a disease and injury prevention intervention.
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