Nursing Interventions: Liver Cancer Give analgesics as ordered and encourage the patient to identify care measures that promote comfort. Provide patient with a special diet that restricts sodium, fluids, and protein and that prohibits alcohol. To increase venous return and prevent edema, elevate the patient’s legs whenever possible. Keep the patient’s fever down. Provide meticulous […]
Nursing Interventions: Latex Allergy If the patient has a confirmed latex allergy, bring a cart with latex-free supplies in his room. Document in the patient’s chart that he has a latex allergy. If the patient will have an I.V. line makes sure that that I.V. access is accomplished using all latex free products. Place a […]
Nursing Interventions: Kidney Transplant Prepare the patient for transplantation and a prolonged recovery period and offer him ongoing emotional support. Encourage the patient to express his feelings. Describe routine preoperative measures, such as thorough physical examination and a battery of laboratory tests to detect any infection. Tell the patient the he’ll undergo dialysis the day […]
Nursing Interventions: Kidney Cancer Administer prescribed analgesics as needed by the patient. Prepare for nephrectomy as indicated. Provide symptomatic treatment for adverse effects of chemotherapeutic drugs. Watch the patient for signs and symptoms of pulmonary, neurologic, and liver dysfunction. Monitor laboratory test results for anemia, polycythemia, and abnormal blood chemistry. Watch for adverse effects of […]
Nursing Interventions: Kaposi’s Sarcoma Listen to the patient’s fear and concerns and answer question promptly. If the patient has painful lesions, help him into a more comfortable position. Administer pain medication as ordered. Suggest distractions and help the patient with relaxation techniques. Supply the patient with high-calorie, high-protein meals. Provide rest periods if the patient […]
Nursing Interventions: Multiple Sclerosis Provide emotional and psychological support for the patient and family. Increase patient comfort with massages and relaxing baths. Administer medications as needed. Promote emotional stability. Help the patient establish a daily routine to maintain optimal functioning. Keep bedpan or urinal readily accessible because the need to void is immediate. Encourage adequate […]
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