Primary Prevention

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Primary Prevention

A discussion on primary prevention as applicable to health care and the role nurses play in primary prevention.

1,356 words () | 9 sources | APA | 2008 United States

Paper Summary:

This paper explains and provides information on the term "primary prevention". Specifically, the paper looks at how nurses play an important role in encouraging and educating patients about the importance of primary prevention activities.

From the Paper:

"The Melanoma Book defines melanoma as a type of skin cancer. According to the author Howard Kaufman, MD, the single greatest risk factor for developing melanoma is exposure to the sun. Dr. Kaufman indicates that minimizing sun exposure and using sun screens with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or 45 are the best ways to prevent melanoma. Also he recommends regular skin examinations (either self examinations or exams by a physician) as these can also aid in the early prevention of or detection of melanoma. He reports that when melanomas are found early, the cure rate is approximately 85%."

Sample of Sources Used:

Binkley, L.S. (2007). Bates' Guide to Physical Exam and History Taking (9th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott.
Gan, S. (2006). Primary Prevention of Hypertension. Retrieved August 13, 2008, from http://www.steadyhealth.com/articles/primary_prevention_of_hypertension_a113_f0.html. Institute for Clinical Systems Improvement.(2008). Primary Prevention of Chronic Disease Risk Factors. Retrieved August 13, 2008, from http://www.guideline.gov/summary/summary.aspx?doc_id=12476&nbr=6415&ss=6&xl=9.
Kaufman, H.L. (2005). The Melanoma Book. New York, NY: Gotham Books.
Missaggia, A. (n.d.). Aggressive Control of Type 2 Diabetes Imperative in the Prevention of Cardiac Disease. Retrieved August 13, 2008, from http://www.santewellnesscenter.com/personal_health/diabetes_control.htm.
The National Center for Policy Analysis. (1995). Is Preventive Medical Care Cost Effective? Retrieved August 13, 2008, from http://www.ncpa.org/ba/ba188.html.