Nursing Component Task
Nursing procedures & clinical learning

Public Health Nursing (PHN)

GIVING A HEALTH TALK AT A CHILD WELFARE CLINIC (CWC)

This is an activity usually carried out by the Public/Community health nurse at CWC to promote the growth and development of children.

Purpose

  • Enable mothers and caregivers learn basic guidelines for proper care of their children and families
  • Discuss benefits of optimal behaviours and how to overcome challenges to these practices
  • Sensitize and educate mothers and caregivers on issues that affect the health of children

Indications

  • Client requires a health talk at child welfare clinic (cwc) assessment or care.

Equipment

  • Furniture which includes chairs, tables, bulletin board
  • Master chart for grading nutritional status
  • Attendance book
  • Hand washing facilities- veronica bucket, plastic bowls, soap in a dish, hand towels
  • Electronic/manual visual aids for education
  • Blue and red pens, pencils, eraser and ruler
  • Water in containers if there is none at the clinic sites 8. Projector, Pointer
  • Computer/laptop

Preparation

  • Review client records and history.
  • Gather necessary equipment and supplies.
  • Plan the visit timing and logistics.

Procedure steps

  • Introduce self and topic
  • Explain relevance of topic and objectives to the audience
  • Assess audience prior knowledge on the topic
  • Give the talk in the form of discussion
  • Deliver the talk with:
  • Clarity
  • Audibility

Precautions

  • Maintain infection prevention and control measures throughout.
  • Respect client privacy and confidentiality.
  • Ensure cultural sensitivity and dignity.
  • Refer or escalate when complications arise.

Aftercare

  • Evaluate client response to interventions.
  • Schedule follow-up as needed.
  • Ensure client understands care plan.

Nursing considerations

  • Adapt care to client's unique circumstances.
  • Involve family members as appropriate.
  • Consider social determinants of health.

Patient education

  • Provide condition-specific health education.
  • Teach self-care strategies where applicable.
  • Reinforce importance of follow-up.

Documentation

  • Record all assessments and findings.
  • Document interventions provided.
  • Note client education given.
  • Report any referrals made.

References and further reading

Educational resource only. Follow current Nursing and Midwifery Council guidance, local institutional protocols, scope of practice, and clinical supervision.

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