Valleja, Gyn Yumei NUR2A

Ms.Irene R. Mina, RN 11/16/24

1. Mother is hypertensive BP 160/100

Criteria Computation Actual Score Justification

Nature of the 3/3 x 1 1 It is a health deficit

Problem in which will cause
complications that
needs immediate
attention or
intervention and
adequate
management

Modifiability of the 1/2 x 2 1 Can be partially

Problem managed with
medication and
lifestyle changes

Preventive 3/3 x 1 1 Preventive

Potential measures like
medication, diet,
and exercise can
significantly reduce
the risk of
complications

Salience of the 2/2 x 1 1 The family

Problem perceived it as
needing an
immediate medical
intervention to
prevent severe
complications

TOTAL SCORE: 4
2. Garbage is scattered around their surroundings

Criteria Computation Actual Score Justification

Nature of the 2/3 x 1 0.67 Scattered garbage

Problem poses a health
threat due to
potential
contamination and
disease spread.

Modifiability of the 2/2 x 2 2 Cleaning up the

Problem garbage is a
straightforward task
that can be easily
accomplished.

Preventive 3/3 x 1 1 Preventing garbage

Potential accumulation can
significantly reduce
health risks

Salience of the 1/2 x 1 0.5 The family

Problem perceived it as a
problem but not
needing an
immediate action

TOTAL SCORE: 4.17

3. Teen-age pregnancy

Criteria Computation Actual Score Justification

Nature of the 2/3 x 1 0.67 Teen-age

Problem pregnancy poses
health risks to both
the mother and the
child.

Modifiability of the 1/2 x 2 1 While the

Problem pregnancy itself
cannot be undone,
support and
education can
mitigate risks.

Preventive 2/3 x 1 0.67 Preventive

Potential measures like
education and
contraception can
reduce the
incidence of
teen-age
pregnancy.

Salience of the 2/2 x 1 1 The family

Problem perceived it as
needing an
immediate support
and medical care
are required for the
pregnant teenager

TOTAL SCORE: 3.34

4. Presence of sharp objects in the house

Criteria Computation Actual Score Justification

Nature of the 2/3 x 1 0.67 Sharp objects pose

Problem a risk of injury,
especially to
children.

Modifiability of the 2/2 x 2 2 Removing or

Problem securing sharp
objects is a simple
and effective
solution.

Preventive 3/3 x 1 1 Preventing access

Potential to sharp objects
can significantly
reduce the risk of
injury.

Salience of the 0/2 x 1 0 The family does not

Problem perceived it as a
problem or
condition needing a
change

TOTAL SCORE: 3.67

5. Liza 4 years old is malnourished

Criteria Computation Actual Score Justification

Nature of the 3/3 x 1 1 Malnutrition is

Problem considered a health
deficit because of
the failure to
maintain certain
nutrients that are
needed by body

Modifiability of the 2/2 x 2 2 Malnutrition is highly

Problem modifiable with
appropriate
nutritional
interventions, dietary
adjustments, and
medical care

Preventive 3/3 x 1 1 With proper

Potential preventive measures
like a balanced diet,
education on
nutrition, and regular
health check-ups,
the risk of
malnutrition can be
significantly reduced.

Salience of the 2/2 x 1 1 The family perceived

Problem it as needing
immediate action
because when the
body does not get
the right nutrients,
the body can be
vulnerable and can
be easily attacked by
diseases.

TOTAL SCORE: 5
The Prioritized Health Problems
The list of Health condition or problems are ranked according to priorities presented:

PROBLEM RANKING

Liza 4 years old is malnourished 1

Garbage is scattered around their 2

surroundings

Mother is hypertensive BP 160/100 3

Presence of sharp objects in the house 4

Teen-age pregnancy 5