Health Teaching Infographic as a Tool

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Part 1: Health Teaching Infographic

Create a health teaching infographic. You may choose your own topic for this assignment based on your personal interests. choose a disease/ illness and explain its pharmacological treatment using your infographic as a health teaching tool. Infographics are a visual representation of information, using pictures, graphs, and brief written content. They are useful in displaying a large amount information in an entertaining and eye-catching manner that make it easy for the reader to digest and absorb. Infographic must be created online, and should be no larger than 1 page.  You may not use any part of an infographic that has already been created for your topic. Please ensure you maintain academic integrity and reference your research. Ensure you are providing in text citations as well as a reference page.

Get creative!

Infographic must include:

  • Brief etiology of disease of choice
  • Risk factors for developing disease
  • Signs/ symptoms of disease
  • Common classifications of medications used for this clinical indication

*        Should note 3 main classifications of drugs to treat your illness

*        Choose one drug in the identified classification and present the following:

  • Mechanism of action
  • Therapeutic responses
  • Adverse reactions
  • What symptoms to immediately report
  • Necessary safety information
  • Special monitoring (if applicable)

*        Lab monitoring, serum levels – be specific and note the values

Helpful resources of how to create an infographic:

  • https://www.canva.com/create/infographics/
  • https://www.copypress.com/kb/infographics/how-to-make-infographics-with-powerpoint-2/

 

Part 2: Health Teaching Questions

Consider using your Health Teaching Infographic as a tool to provide education to your clients. For this portion of the assignment, please answer the questions noted in the below section. Ensure you are using full sentences and referencing where your information is coming from. You should be using references that pertain to teaching and learning. Acceptable sources are your textbook (Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing by Potter et al., 6th Edition) and online nursing journals that can be accessed through the library. At least two references should be from a nursing journal and pertain to teaching and learning. Ensure you are using in-text citations, these must be noted on your reference page. Your answers to these questions should not be longer than one page, double spaced. Be thorough and concise with your responses!

 

Health Teaching Questions

1) Who is this information intended for?

2) What client assessments would you complete before delivering your health teaching?

3) How can using your infographic as a health education tool benefit the client?

4) How will you know that learning has occurred?

Health Teaching Infographic as a tool

Part 1: Health Teaching Infographic

Title: Understanding Hypertension and its Pharmacological Treatment

![Hypertension Infographic](insert infographic link here)

Introduction: Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a chronic medical condition characterized by elevated blood pressure levels. It is a significant risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other serious health issues.

Etiology: Hypertension may result from various factors, including genetics, lifestyle choices, and underlying medical conditions such as kidney disease.

Risk Factors:

  • Family history of hypertension
  • Poor diet (high salt, low potassium)
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Smoking
  • Excessive alcohol consumption
  • Obesity
  • Stress

Signs and Symptoms: Hypertension is often called the “silent killer” because it typically does not cause noticeable symptoms until complications arise. Some individuals may experience:

  • Headaches
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Shortness of breath

Medications for Hypertension: There are three main classifications of drugs used to treat hypertension:

  1. Diuretics
    • Mechanism of Action: Promote urine production, reducing blood volume and pressure.
    • Therapeutic Responses: Lowered blood pressure.
    • Adverse Reactions: Electrolyte imbalances, dehydration.
    • Report: Muscle weakness, severe dizziness.
    • Safety: Monitor potassium levels.
  2. ACE Inhibitors
    • Mechanism of Action: Block angiotensin-converting enzyme, relaxing blood vessels.
    • Therapeutic Responses: Decreased blood pressure, improved cardiac function.
    • Adverse Reactions: Dry cough, hyperkalemia.
    • Report: Persistent cough, swelling of the face.
    • Safety: Monitor kidney function.
  3. Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)
    • Mechanism of Action: Relax arterial muscles, reducing blood pressure.
    • Therapeutic Responses: Lowered blood pressure, improved coronary blood flow.
    • Adverse Reactions: Constipation, edema.
    • Report: Rapid heartbeat, severe constipation.
    • Safety: Monitor heart rate.

Lab Monitoring:

  • Regularly check serum potassium levels (normal range: 3.5-5.0 mEq/L) when using diuretics.

Conclusion: Understanding hypertension and its pharmacological treatment is essential for managing this condition effectively and preventing complications.

Part 2: Health Teaching Questions

  1. Who is this information intended for?
    • This information is intended for individuals diagnosed with hypertension and their caregivers who play a role in their healthcare management.
  2. What client assessments would you complete before delivering your health teaching?
    • Before delivering health teaching, assessments would include:
      • Blood pressure measurements
      • Assessment of the client’s understanding of hypertension
      • Evaluation of any comorbidities or contraindications to specific medications
      • Assessment of the client’s readiness to learn and preferred learning style
  3. How can using your infographic as a health education tool benefit the client?
    • Using the infographic can benefit the client by providing visually engaging and easy-to-understand information about hypertension and its treatment. It can enhance their comprehension, promote medication adherence, and empower them to make informed lifestyle choices.
  4. How will you know that learning has occurred?
    • Learning can be assessed through various methods:
      • Asking open-ended questions to gauge the client’s understanding.
      • Observing their ability to explain the disease and its treatment.
      • Monitoring their blood pressure control and medication adherence.
      • Encouraging them to ask questions or seek clarification on any uncertainties.
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