The nurse assists the client in a health promotion activity that also

The nurse assists the client in a health promotion activity that also reduces the cost of health care delivery when:

1. Administering medication
2. Treating a diabetic foot ulcer
3. Obtaining an operative consent
4. Discussing exercise and nutrition

ANSWER

ANS: 4
The nurse may educate the client in such areas as exercise, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles to as-sist the client in health promotion and illness prevention.
By administering medication, the nurse is assisting to restore a person to health or maintain one’s health.
A nurse who treats a foot ulcer is assisting a client to restore their health, rather than promoting healthy behaviors.
Obtaining an operative consent pertains to legal aspects of care and is not considered a health promotion activity.