NURS FPX 4060 Assessment 1: Evidence-based research

Cornelius, (2020) has investigated that adults in the USA are indulged more in non-cigarette products like e-cigarettes and vaping which are far more damaging to brain development and lung functionality. By evidence-based research, it can be inferred that the implementation of population-level interventions combined with policy frameworks can help to reduce tobacco-related diseases and mortalities in the USA. High-level media campaigns, introducing fines on tobacco products, and smoke-free policies can help to eradicate tobacco usage among adults.

Wheaton et al., (2019) have investigated that probability of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is higher in Africa. Indian, Alaskan Americans. The main reason behind it is a lack of education, awareness, and poverty. Although active smoking is one of the leading causes of COPD in the US passive or indirect exposure to cigarettes can contribute greatly. Population-based strategies can help to reduce tobacco usage in the

United State

Levy et al., (2018) have investigated in their study that since 2013, the trend of smoking cigarettes has decreased because the use of vape products has increased exponentially. He also studied the smoking trend along the temporal factors. They observed that no change occurred across the temporal axis since 2014. The trend of vapes and e-cigarettes is increasing in all parts of the USA replacing conventional tobacco cigarettes.

Patient Case

Shamar is an eighteen-year-old American who lives with his joint family in West Virginia, USA. He is a high school boy who is a chain smoker and smokes eight to ten cigarettes daily. Since the age of 12, he is indulged in smoking and now he is an addict. Shamar started smoking due to peer pressure and company influence. He now suffering from chest pain and respiratory illness. He visited the hospital on the advice of his family physician for further guidance. His medical investigation showed that he is suffering from Coronary Heart Diseaseoccurs, immunodeficiency, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

It is further investigated that if he continues his habit of chain smoking, there will be permanent damage caused to the lungs and heart which can be deadly. For better health results, he is under observation and treatment for medical intervention for better health outcomes.

NURS FPX 4060 Assessment 1: Health Promotional Goals

For providing efficient medical interventions to cigarette smokers and training them to abandon smoking, an effective health promotional plan is designed for improved health results. This health promotional plan is relatable, particular, time-targeted, achievable, and quantifiable for improving patient care and the health of an active smoker. SMART goals are designed for Shamar to usher him to quit smoking for a better health state. The objective of these goals focuses on educating and training him for the adverse health impacts of smoking. It can be ensured through therapy and counseling sessions for improved healthcare outcomes.

SMART Goals

An eight-week plan is formulated for Shamar to diminish the habit of smoking. Family of Shamar will also help him to quit smoking via emotional support and good company

• Shamar will be taking therapy and counseling sessions for 45 minutes once a week. A continuous education plan will be designed for Shamar for abandoning smoking. At the end of the session, he will be asked to practically implement the instructions and habits will be inculcated in Shamar’s lifestyle. Like eating some sweets whenever he craves for cigarette and forty-minute exercise for better metabolic activity.
• Weekly counseling sessions will assist Shamar in achieving a better daily lifestyle. Through these sessions, he will be continuously being aware of the bad effects of smoking.
• A strengthened psychological and emotional assistance and a productive company will help Shamar quit smoking for good.

Specific

The counseling sessions will assist Shamar in improving his consciousness and knowledge about the lethal effects of smoking.

Measurable

By daily exercise for 45 minutes, Shamar will improve his overall well-being i.e. physical, mental, psychological, and emotional.

Achievable

Support and assistance from family and peer groups will help Shamar to achieve abandoning of smoking and have better health outcomes.

Relevant

To make this entire process realistic and to control his craving, Shamar will eat sweets. Sweets and candies will reduce his craving and addiction to cigarettes.

Time Bound

At the end of eight weeks, education, awareness, counseling, and assistance will ensure the reduction of the smoking habit for Shamar. In this way, he will live a healthy and active life.