A nurse is teaching a patient's family member about permanent tube feedings at home. Which purpose of patient education is the nurse meeting?

A) Health promotion
B) Illness prevention
C) Restoration of health
D) Coping with impaired functions

Permanent Tube Feedings

A long-term nutritional support method involving the administration of nutrients directly into the stomach or intestine through a tube.

Patient Education

The process of health professionals imparting information to patients and their caregivers to improve health outcomes by influencing behaviors or attitudes towards illness and treatment.

Health Promotion

Activities aimed at improving health and well-being, and preventing diseases through lifestyle and environmental changes.