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Competency-Based Assessments

Medical-Surgical NursingCompetency-Based Assessments

Competency-Based Assessments

1 .

Use the template to create a health-promotion plan for Selena, a 35-year-old female who works full-time as a marketing executive. Her lifestyle is busy, and she often works overtime. Selena reports feeling tired, stressed, and overwhelmed by her schedule. She reports irregular sleep patterns, lack of exercise, and a fast-food diet. Selena’s blood pressure is elevated, and her BMI and other measurements indicate that she is overweight.

Health-Promotion Aspect Individualized Health-Promotion Activity
Physical wellness  
Mental/emotional wellness  
Social wellness  
Spiritual wellness  
Recommended resources  
2 .
Perform a literature search about a specific type of recent infections in your area, such influenza, COVID-19, or H1N1. Determine how it employs mechanisms to evade the body’s immune response. Develop a brief educational presentation for community members to help reduce the risk of infection.
3 .
Create an engaging handout for patients regarding the importance of obtaining annual influenza and COVID vaccines.
4 .
Maria is a 65-year-old female who recently underwent knee replacement surgery. She is eager to learn how to properly perform postoperative exercises and manage her pain at home. What are the best methods of patient education to effectively communicate with this patient?
5 .
Ahmed is a 40-year-old male who was diagnosed with diabetes. He is struggling to understand how to monitor his blood sugar levels and make appropriate dietary changes. What are the best methods of patient education to effectively communicate with this patient?
6 .
Ella is a 25-year-old college student who has been experiencing symptoms of anxiety. She is interested in learning relaxation techniques and coping strategies to manage her stress. What are the best methods of patient education to effectively communicate with this patient?
7 .
Javier is a 55-year-old Spanish-speaking male who recently had a heart attack. He has limited English proficiency and requires education on his medication regimen and lifestyle modifications. What are the best methods of patient education to effectively communicate with this patient?
8 .
Linda is a visually impaired 70-year-old female who needs education on managing her hypertension and taking her medications correctly. What are the best methods of patient education to effectively communicate with this patient?
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