The focus in healthcare today has shifted from treating illness to prevention of illness and promotion of optimal wellness.
Many factors affect a person's health status.
Understanding the concept of Health Promotion requires developing a knowledge base in the areas of risk, behavior and intervention. Smoking Nutrition Alcohol Use Habituating Drug Use Driving Exercise Sexuality and Contraceptive Use Family Relationships Risk Management Coping and Adaptation Nurses are in a key position to effect positive change in their clients' health status. Nursing interventions can assist clients to change behaviors, leading to decreased morbidity and mortality.