In the new paradigm of wellness and prevention, what is true regarding

QUESTION

In the new paradigm of wellness and prevention, what is true regarding nurses? (Select all that apply.)

1. As “models of good health,” some nurses will have to adopt healthier behaviors and lifestyles.
2. Nurses will have to keep abreast of the most recent prevention and treatment research.
3. The nurse will be the primary person who works to help individuals stay well and do things to promote health.
4. Nurses will need to learn more about nutrition, exercise, and vitamin replacement.
5. All nurses will need a bachelor’s degree to enter practice.

ANSWER:

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4

In the new paradigm, nurses will focus on wellness and prevention. The nurse will be the primary person who works to help individuals stay well and do things that promote health. Nurses will have to increase their remembering base about nutrition, exercise, vitamin replacement, the effects of cigarette smoking, and the use of alcohol. As models of good health, some nurses will have to adopt healthier behaviors and lifestyles. They will also have to keep abreast of the most recent research in prevention and treatment. A bachelor’s degree is not mandated as entry into practice.