Each skill must be met before
progressing to the next.
Pringle
All needs are inter-related and interdependent
Importance
of
environment
focused on
psycho-social needs
4 emotional needs
Basic Health Needs
Food
Essential for
growth & repair,
provides energy
and warmth, helps
fight diseases and
maintains proper
functioning of body
systems
Hygiene
Helps prevent
infection, allows
skin to function
properly, helps
prevent skin
problems,
increases self
esteem and
social
acceptance,
good habits
establish a
pattern for later
life
Rest and Sleep
Allows body to recuperate,
growth hormones are released
during sleep to renew tissues,
allows the central nervous
system to rest.
Physical Activity and Exercise
Stimulates appetite,
strengthens muscles,
improves concentration,
raises confidence and self
esteem, promotes
interaction and
cooperation
Fresh Air/Pollution/Sunlight
Stimulates central nervous system,
sunlight provides vitamin D which is
needed for healthy bones and teeth, lively
active and happy,
Love and Affection
Confidence, self
worth, self esteem.
Screening
Performed by health professionals
Identify problems which
may need further
investigation
Development, Hearing, Vision,
Specific Medical Conditions
Professionals involved in the Promotion of Child Health