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QUESTION

The nurse has been asked to provide a health-promotion session for a group of preschool children. Can the nurse work in this capacity?

1. No; health-promotion activities are limited to individual sessions.
2. The nurse may do so only if there is a medical order for the session.
3. No; health promotion is effective only with adult clients.
4. Yes; the nurse can work with groups or individuals of all ages.

ANSWER:

Correct Answer: 4

In the health-promotion role, the nurse may work with individuals of all age groups and with individuals or with groups. There is no need for a medical order for these sessions; however, there may be need for parental permission, depending upon the content of the session. The activities may be limited to one session or may continue through several days or weeks.