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
Check the doctor’s order. Provide privacy. To prevent feeling of embarrassment. Promote relaxation. To relax anal sphincter and facilitate insertion of rectal tube. Position the client: Adult – left lateral position. Infant/Small children – dorsal recumbent position. Sizes of rectal tube to be used are as follows: Adult – Fr. 22-32 Children – Fr. 14-18 […]
Maintain respiratory isolation until patient responds to treatment or until the patient is no longer contagious. Administer medicines as ordered. Always check sputum for blood or purulent expectoration. Encourage questions and conversions so that the patient can air his or her feelings. Teach or educate the patient all about PTB. Encourage the patient to stop […]
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