Overview: Lifestyle modifications play a crucial role in preventing and managing chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease. For this discussion, you will explore how lifestyle changes-such as nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and avoiding harmful behaviors–can prevent or modify disease processes and promote restoration of health. (CSLO#4).
1. Choose a Disease Process: Select a specific disease process (e.g., hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
2. Discuss Lifestyle Changes: Describe at least two lifestyle changes that can prevent, modify, or restore health in relation to your selected disease. Use evidence-based practice (EBP) to support your discussion.
o Include specific examples of dietary changes, physical activity, smoking cessation, or stress management techniques.
3. Explain the Impact: Discuss how these lifestyle changes influence the disease process. Explain the physiological or behavioral changes that occur as a result.
4. Relate to Nursing Practice: Identify the nurse’s role in educating and promoting these lifestyle modifications. How can nurses empower patients to adopt and sustain these changes?
5. Support with Evidence: Integrate at least two peer-reviewed scholarly sources published within the last five years. Use APA format for in-text citations and your reference list.