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(1)There are three levels of prevention in health promotion. The levels are primary,
secondary, and tertiary. Educating the patient is important in each level of
prevention.Primary prevention is for those who are in good health. Falkner (2018) states
“Primary prevention occurs before the onset of illness or injury and may involve
preventative treatments, such as vaccinations and wellness exams, to prevent the
contraction of illness” (para. 23). It involves vaccinations, health promotion, and educating
the patient on ways to prevent illness or disease. Primary prevention aims to arm
individuals and communities with information to be able to make educated
decisions.Secondary prevention is for those who are at risk of developing a health problem.
Falkner (2018) states “Secondary prevention focuses on the early detection and treatment
of disease processes before they progress and cause irreparable damage” (para. 24). This
level of prevention involves screenings, identifying and controlling risk factors, and taking
the necessary actions as early as possible. For example, mammograms and colonoscopies
are secondary prevention measures. By identifying risk factors and problems early on the
patient can start treating the problem before it progresses further.Tertiary prevention is for
those who have already been diagnosed with a disease or illness that has caused permanent
damage. Falkner (2018) states “The focus of this level of prevention is to help the patient
achieve some semblance of normalcy and acclimate back into their lives and society” (para.
25). This type of prevention may involve rehabilitation, home health care, and educating the
patient and family on ways to prevent further complications. For example, stroke rehab is
considered to be tertiary prevention.The level of prevention helps to determine the
educational needs of the patient. The education provided is tailored to each individual
patient. The nurse must provide health promotion strategies and measures that will benefit
the patient at that given time. ReferenceFalkner, A. (2018). Grand Canyon University (Ed).
Health promotion: Health & wellness across the continuum. Retrieved from
https://lc.gcumedia.com/nrs429vn/health-promotion-health-and-wellness-across-the-
continuum/v1.1/#/chapter/2(2)In the past, the concept of health was described as the
absence of the disease. The concept of health/ illness was influenced by religion and
sometimes illnesses were associated with supernatural causes as punishments. Evil spirits
were linked to someone’s environment (their background). Health has changed in current
days, and it consists of complete physical, mental, social wellbeing; an individual’s self-
realization and self-fulfillment. Wellness, illness, and overall well-being have evolved, in
that the health industry now focuses on preventing diseases. We have and continue to

2. achieve stages that include intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual health
leading towards the optimum level of functioning.As mentioned, health promotion was
introducing as prevention rather than a disease being presented. Of course, diseases
present themselves, but we strive for patients to take better care of themselves to avoid
diseases. Health promotion then becomes part of public health science to create policies for
better practice and stimulate through education to develop healthier habits and choices of
lifestyle, reach optimal health goals. They include health screenings, pregnancy controls,
vaccinations, and proper nutrition, etc. (Falkner, 2018).Health promotion interventions are
the actions, making real using expertise and studies creating the model called evidence-
based practice. These practices help health care providers access what causes diseases as
well as establish the best available care with the goal to improve the patient outcomes. The
nurse’s role focuses on health promotion as being an advocate and to deliverer
care/services, care manager, educator, and researcher. An example is; pregnancy control
has been proved to have a better outcome with deliveries and healthier babies As a result,
communities become more aware of health risks and acquire tools and knowledge to
control diseases and more participative to prevent them (World Health Organization,
2018).ReferencesFalkner, A. (2018). Health Promotion: Health & Wellness Across the
Continuum. Health Promotion in Nursing Care. Retrieved from
https://lc.gcumedia.com/nrs429vn/health-promotion-health-and-wellness-across-the-
continuum/v1.1/#/chapter/2World Health Organization (WHO). (2011). Policy and
partnership for health promotion action addressing the determinants of health. Retrieved
from https://www.who.int/bulletin/volumes/83/12/editorial31205html/en/