The text provides an overview of health promotion and wellness, emphasizing models such as the Health Belief Model and Betty Neuman???s health continuum, which highlight the importance of individualiz...The text provides an overview of health promotion and wellness, emphasizing models such as the Health Belief Model and Betty Neuman???s health continuum, which highlight the importance of individualized care and prevention strategies. The discussion includes adapting health promotion strategies in response to changes such as the COVID-19 pandemic and addressing health disparities.
This chapter discusses health inequities, disparities, and equity, focusing on how unfair and unequal treatment affects health outcomes. Health equity aims for everyone to achieve their full health po...This chapter discusses health inequities, disparities, and equity, focusing on how unfair and unequal treatment affects health outcomes. Health equity aims for everyone to achieve their full health potential, unaffected by social positioning. It addresses historical and structural barriers to equitable care. The roles of nurses and health care organizations in promoting equity and diversity are emphasized.