The Role of Nursing Professionals in Health Education

Health education has been an essential function of nursing professionals for decades, supported by the trust that society places in this profession worldwide. Health education competence is key to improving patients’ quality of life by promoting informed decision-making, encouraging self-care, improving therapeutic adherence, and preventing complications. This review addresses the role of nursing professionals in health education, including its defi- nition, background, benefits, implementation techniques, and barriers that hinder its integration into daily practice. In addition, it analyzes its incorporation into family medicine consultations.