Reference no: EM133842582
Case Study 1.
Mr. Sherwood is a 27-year-old male who had a fractured nose and is recovering from a rhinoplasty. He has a moustache dressing in place that is dry and intact. The nurse observes that the patient is swallowing repeatedly.
What complication does the nurse anticipate? What equipment does the nurse need to assess Mr. Sherwood?
Mr. Sherwood is concerned because his nose keeps bleeding. He asks the nurse, "Can you tell me again what I can do to keep my nose from bleeding?"
How should the nurse respond to Mr. Sherwood's question?
Mr. Sherwood is discharged home. The nurse talks with him and his family on how to care for Mr. Sherwood after discharge.
What are some talking points that the nurse should include in discharge teaching for Mr. Sherwood and his family?
Case Study 2.
Mr. Oatley, age 66, has just been admitted to the nursing unit reporting severe chest pain, a frequent productive cough, and shortness of breath. Physical assessment findings include increased AP chest diameter, finger clubbing, and use of accessory muscles. ABG findings include: pH, 7.32; Pao2, 68; Paco2, 55; and PaHco3, 28.
What is the priority problem for Mr. Oatley? Explain your answer.
What led the nurse to identify this problem? Explain your answer.
What patient outcome/goal is desirable for this problem? Remember, the outcome/goal must be S.M.A.R.T.
What does the nurse anticipate the provider will order for Mr. Oatley? Include the rationale for EACH order.
What Interprofessional collaboration is anticipated for this patient? Describe how EACH discipline will assist the patient.
Case Study 3.
Mr. Larsen, a 68-year-old male, is experiencing fever, chills, night sweats, and weight loss. In addition, his point of maximal impulse (PMI) is noted to be displaced when cardiac palpation is performed, and Mr. Larsen is hypotensive.
Larsen's signs and symptoms are a classic manifestation for which lower respiratory infectious process? Explain your answer.
For what diagnostic procedures should the nurse prepare Mr. Larsen? Describe the results for EACH diagnostic procedure.
What are the medical and nursing goals for Mr. Larsen? Remember, goals must be S.M.A.R.T.
What Interprofessional collaboration is anticipated for this patient? Describe how EACH discipline will assist the patient.