Patient care management goal: to treat the underlying or precipitating factors and to reduce cardiac work load. Provide oxygen to relieve ischemia at a flow rate based on institutional policy and the patient’s condition. Assess and document continuous ECG rhythm, vital signs, mental status, heart and lung sounds, urine output, and any signs or symptoms […]
Patient Care Management Goal: to relieve acute pain and reduce the cardiac work load Administer oxygen to relieve ischemia at a flow rate based on institutional policy and the patient’s condition. Assess and document continuous ECG rhythm, vital signs, mental status, heart and lung sounds. Assess and document pain characteristics: location, duration, intensity (have patient […]
Fear related to: Knowledge deficit Lack of social support in threatening situation Negative impact on survivors Hopelessness related to: Prolonged restriction of activity resulting in isolation Deteriorating physiologic condition Terminal illness Long term stress Perceived significant loss of loved one, youth influence Powerlessness related to: Chronic debilitating disease Terminal illness Institutional environment Interpersonal behavior of […]
Replace fluid and electrolyte losses Provide good perianal care. Diarrheal stool is oftentimes highly acidic. This causes anal soreness and irritation in the perianal area. Promote rest. To reduce peristalsis. Diet Small amounts of bland foods Low fiber diet BRAT Diet (banna, rice, apple, toast) Avoid excessively hot or cold fluids. These are stimulants. Potassium-rich […]
Position the patient: To prevent aspiration Conscious: semi fowler’s Unconscious: lateral Provide good oral care measures Suction mouth as needed if the client is unable to expel vomitus. Relieve sensation of nausea by providing any of the following: Ice chips Hot tea with lemon Hot ginger ale Dry toast or crackers Cold cola beverage Replace […]
Altered nutrition: Less than body requirement More than body requirements Potential for more than body requirements Activity intolerance Alteration in elimination Diarrhea Constipation Knowledge deficit Self-esteem disturbance Potential impaired skin integrity
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