A Health Promotion Care Plan

Assignment Brief

Promoting health and preventing ill health

Summative assessment

Formulate and evaluate a care plan on health promotion for an individual.

Introduction

Identify a health issue, design a health promotion care plan, evaluate your care plan

Main body

Identify a health issue – at individual / family / community / national / global levels and provide brief background of the health issue including who is at risk, risk factors, and how it presents.

Design a health promotion care plan: problem – what is the health issue/problem, assessment; assess – how do you assess for the existence of the health issue / problem; goal – what do you hope to achieve; intervention – how are you going to achieve your goal.

Evaluation of your care plan: did you achieve or not achieve your goal, give reasons for your achievement or non-achievement, what are alternative assessments, goals, and interventions

Conclusion

Summarise what you have done; what is the implication of this experience for your professional and personal development Referencing: follow the LSBU Harvard Referencing style Grading: refer to LSBU Rubric grading system

Aims

• Understanding the role of the nurse and skills necessary to promote physical and mental health and wellbeing, and prevent ill health.
• Understanding social determinants of health and the impact of inequalities on individuals, families and communities and how nurses can contribute to the reduction of health inequalities.
• Comparing and contrasting health promotion approaches and theories that support behaviour change at an individual and population level.

Sample Answer

Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health: A Health Promotion Care Plan

Introduction

The role of the nurse extends beyond treating illness to promoting health and preventing disease. This requires knowledge of health promotion theories, skills in assessment, and the ability to design, implement, and evaluate care plans that encourage positive lifestyle changes. In this report, the chosen health issue is Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). A health promotion care plan will be designed for an individual at risk, followed by an evaluation of the plan’s outcomes. The discussion will highlight the importance of tackling inequalities, using evidence-based interventions, and supporting long-term behaviour change.

Identifying the Health Issue

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic condition where the body does not produce enough insulin or where cells do not respond effectively to insulin. This leads to high blood glucose levels, which can result in complications such as heart disease, kidney damage, and vision problems.

• Who is at risk?
  Individuals over 40 years old, people with obesity, those with a sedentary lifestyle, and those with a family history of diabetes are most at risk. People from South Asian, African, and Caribbean backgrounds are also more vulnerable due to genetic and cultural factors.

• Risk factors:
  Poor diet (high in sugar and fat), physical inactivity, smoking, and excessive alcohol use all contribute. Social determinants such as poverty, low education, and limited access to healthcare increase risk at community and national levels.

• Presentation:
  Common symptoms include fatigue, frequent urination, excessive thirst, and slow wound healing. However, many individuals may remain undiagnosed until complications appear, making prevention and early detection crucial.

Designing the Health Promotion Care Plan

Problem

The chosen individual is a 48-year-old man with obesity (BMI 32), a family history of diabetes, and sedentary work. He has been identified at risk during a routine health check. The main health issue is his risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes if lifestyle changes are not adopted.

Assessment

Assessment involves measuring weight, BMI, blood pressure, and fasting blood glucose. A risk assessment tool, such as the Diabetes UK Risk Score, can help determine the likelihood of developing T2DM. A lifestyle history (diet, physical activity, alcohol, and smoking habits) is also important. Motivational interviewing may be used to explore the patient’s readiness to change.

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