Reference no: EM132991545

G.K. is a family nurse practitioner in the health department of a large city. She is responsible for following up with infants and children who have been referred to the health department. Most of her referrals come from the hospital upon discharge of an infant going home to a potentially high-risk environment.

G.K. follows up with each child to ensure he or she is in a safe environment and is growing and developing adequately. She provides education and support to the parents so they can anticipate and respond appropriately to the challenges of raising children.

Question 1: Define and describe the following influences that can affect individual's potential for growth:

1. genetic factors
2. prenatal and postnatal exposures
3. nutritional factors
4. environmental factors
5. life style
6. health care practices.