The nurse at an assisted-living facility is planning secondary prevention activities for a group of residents at risk for cardiac problems. Which activities would be appropriate for this level of care? Select all that apply.
1. Blood pressure monitoring
2. Demonstration on the use of walkers and canes
3. Explanation on why the use of alcohol should be avoided
4. Discussion with a dietitian for elevated cholesterol levels
5. Discussion with a physical therapist on weight-bearing activities
1. Blood pressure monitoring
4. Discussion with a dietitian for elevated cholesterol levels
5. Discussion with a physical therapist on weight-bearing activities
Explanation: 1. Blood pressure monitoring is a secondary prevention intervention and would be appropriate for the residents at risk for cardiac problems.
2. Demonstrating the use of walkers and canes is a tertiary prevention intervention and would not be appropriate for these residents.
3. Explanation on the avoidance of alcohol would be a primary prevention intervention and would not be appropriate for these residents.
4. Discussion with a dietitian for elevated cholesterol levels is a secondary prevention intervention and would be appropriate for these residents.
5. Discussion with a physical therapist on weight-bearing exercises is a secondary prevention intervention and would be appropriate for these residents.
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