Abdomen was soft upon palpation with no pain or discomfort. Patient is toilet trained with no reports of
I chose Weight Watchers because it’s doesnt sound or look strict at all just a “healthy style” of living. Besides, it’s the opposite you can still eat anything you want from the menu and still lose pounds of fat. ● What is the basic premise of this diet/eating plan? Weight Watchers contains a balance of vegetables, fruit, dairy, exercise activity and multivitamins. ● What were two positive aspects of the diet?
No evidence of masses. RESPIRATORY: Respiratory rate regular, even, and unlabored. No signs and symptoms of distress. No cough or wheeze present. SKIN: Warm, dry and intact.
There are no signs of breathing problems. Cheat Sheet For Acid/Base Balance Page 3 of 4 www.NCLEXPreceptor.com to learn how to pass NCLEX on your 1st try Case Study 8 An 79 year old man is seen in the emergency department at a private hospital. He states that he took many tablets of aspirin (salicylates) over the last 24-hour period because of a severe headache. He is unable to urinate. His vital signs are: Temp = 98.6; apical pulse = 94; respirations = 32 and deep.
He admits that he is noncompliant with his BIPAP machine and only wears it as often as he feels the need. He also was diagnosed with diabetes about eight years ago and is currently taking 10units of Lantus at bedtime and takes Novolin R with meals, he is on sliding scale coverage. He admits that his diet isn’t the best but he is making an attempt to eat more healthy foods. He also takes testosterone replacement shots monthly due to his low testosterone levels. He has Peripheral Vascular Disease and Edema in the bilateral lower legs and wears compression stockings throughout the day and most of the night.
This consists of 8.03 g of sugar(dextrose) and 0.96 grams of starch (malt dextrin) 10 grams of Splenda has 33 Calories compared to 39 Calories for an equal amount of sugar. The calories in Splenda come from the carbohydrates in it. 3. Discuss safety and the sweetener that you have selected. A study of a component in Splenda (sucralose) concluded, “There is no indication that adverse effects on human health would occur from frequent or long-term exposure to sucralose at the maximum anticipated levels of intake”.
What is Sam’s reaction if he becomes unsure of a situation? 1. Physical assessment of subject. Sam was born September 15, 2010 via c-section due to breech presentation. As of his last doctor appointment, Sam’s height is 31 inches, weight is 24 pounds, and has a head circumference of 19.5 inches.
Alan was admitted with just 3 bed sores, they quickly multiplied to 18 which were covered with dirty and inadequate dressings, Alan’s condition deteriorated so rapidly that he died just 6 days after being readmitted to hospital on February 24th as a result of infected multiple pressure sores A GP and tissue viability nurse who then examined Mr Simper on February 18 found that he was covered in the 18 pressure sores and dirty dressings, one of his sores could not be measured as he was in so much pain. On readmission to Luton and Dunstable hospital the next day, nurses discovered that Alan was grossly unkempt and covered in old faeces, one nurse commented that this was the “worst case of neglect she had ever seen”. Bedfordshire and Luton Coroner David Morris ruled that Alan Simper “died for want of care by those charged with it”. Mr Morris also said “a clash between the Home Manager and staff had led to multiple inexcusable failures in the care of Mr Simper, There was a
He appeared to be the picture of health. His walk was upright, he wasn’t on any medications for anything at all, and he had the most amazing smile (all his original teeth). Even on his casual days, he was a very well dressed man. He liked to work in his yard, wash his daughter’s car, and he exercised daily. You wouldn’t know that he was blind unless he told you.
I drink at least 6 to 8 glasses of water every day. I drink less than three cups of coffee or tea every day. I eat an occasional treat, but it is in moderation. My weight is within the normal range. Tobacco Use I am aware of the risks and negative effects of smoking.