* Assess patient’s pain level and administers appropriate pain relief measures. * Maintains patient’s safety(airway, circulation, prevention of injury) * Administer medication, fluid and blood component therapy, if prescribed. * Assess patient’s readiness for transfer to in hospital unit or for discharge home based on institutional policy. 2. Identify priority nursing care to prevent potential complications following this type of surgery.
Fever, BP 88/59, HR 129, RR 26. RN anticipates initial orders for: 1. 2. Antipyretics and dopamine infusion CT scan of head & arm and drug screen Blood cultures, antibiotics, and rapid IV infusion IV fluids with MVI, thiamine, monitoring for signs of withdrawal, antipyretics Antipyretics and dopamine infusion CT scan of head & arm and drug screen 3. 4.
to a disease that exists simultaneously with and worsens or affects a primary disease) such as impaired eyesight, tremor, arthritis, and cognitive problems that can aggravate effective use of the inhaler device. Inhaler devices available to deliver inhaled medications are COPD 6 Pressurized metered-dose inhalers (pMDIs); Breath-activated pMDIs; Dry-powder inhalers (DPIs); and Soft mist inhaler (SMIs) (Kaufman, G., 2013, p. 37). The nurses in primary care have an important role in helping patients with this disease. That is where device selection and patient education comes in. Primary care nurses should know the following: * For the prescribed drug/s what devices are available and what number of device types can be used?
The position of a rheumatologist is to diagnosis, treat, and manage patients that have arthritis, Osteoporosis, Gout, musculoskeletal pain, osteoarthritis, lupus, fibromyalgia, and other autoimmune diseases. (Yung, MD, 2012) The goal of a rheumatologist is to help relieve swelling, pain, and help them cope with the rheumatic disease with medication, self-injections, infusion therapy, and diet and exercise. Rheumatologists work in a range of health care settings. (Yung, MD, 2012) Some of these include a private practice, university clinics, and hospital. Inpatient units where these doctors practice include medical, surgical, rehabilitation and transitional care.
47 Administer Medication to Individuals, and Monitor the Effects | | | Assessment criteria | 1.1 Identify current legislation, guidelines policies and protocols relevant to the administration of medication (Planned: 0 , Completed:0) | 2.1 Describe common types of medication including their effects and potential side-effects (Planned: 0 , Completed:0) | 2.2 Identify medication which demands the measurement of specific physiological measurements (Planned: 0 , Completed:0) | 2.3 Describe the common adverse reactions to medication, how each can be recognised and the appropriate action(s) required (Planned: 0 , Completed:0) | 2.4 Explain the different routes of medicine administration (Planned: 0 , Completed:0) | 3.1 Explain the types, purpose and function of materials and equipment needed for the administration of medication via the different routes (Planned: 0 , Completed:0) | | | 4.2 Explain the appropriate timing of medication eg check that the individual has not taken any medication recently (Planned: 0 , Completed:0) | | | | | | 5.3 Describe how to report any immediate problems with the administration (Planned: 0 , Completed:0) | | 5.5 Explain why it may be necessary to confirm that the individual actually takes the medication and does not pass the medication to others (Planned: 0 , Completed:0) | | 5.7 Describe how to dispose of out-of-date and part used medications in accordance with legal and organisational requirements.Current legislation relevant to the administration of medication are,Health and Social Care Act 2012The Medicines Act 2012The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971Common types of medication and there effects could be Aspirin, Senacot and ibuprofen.Aspirin is a salicylate drug, often used as an analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains, as an antipyretic to reduce fever, and as an anti-inflammatory
Pediatric simulation 1. Describe the clinical manifestations of appendicitis with their underlying pathophysiology and associated lab findings. Include information about the typical timeframe for progression of symptoms. Pathophysiology of appendicitis: Is due to a closed loop obstruction of the appendix. It is thought that the obstruction is due to fecal material impacted into the relatively narrow appendix, though other causes such as ingested foreign bodies may exist.
CHF, STEMI and NSTEMI, ECG, Biomarkers, vital signs and pharmacotherapy. The effects and side effects of the medication used in the scenario will be explained, also the recording of the entire process. The importance of discharge planning and lifestyle changes will be addressed. Assessment is the foundation of nursing process and accurate data collection identifies the client's health status and how it helps nursing diagnosis. The patient's family, carers and their social circumstances also need to be regarded.
Initial Priorities At the beginning of his shift, Mr. Young identifies several problems that need attention. 1. Which client situation requires the most immediate intervention by the charge nurse? A) New onset ST segment elevation is observed on the telemetry monitor of a client admitted with angina. CORRECT This electrocardiogram (ECG) finding indicates ischemic changes which require immediate client assessment and management to prevent myocardial damage.
CARDIAC Catheterization * Insertion of a catheter into the heart and surrounding vessels * Determines the structure and performance of the heart valves and surrounding vessels * Used to diagnose CAD, assess coronary patency, and determine the extent of atherosclerosis. * Pretest: Ensure Consent, assess for allergy to seafood and iodine, NPO, document weight and height, baseline VS, blood tests and document the peripheral pulses * Fast for 8-12 hrs, health teaching, medications to allay anxiety. * Intra-test: inform patient of a fluttery feeling as the catheter passes through the heart; inform the patient that a feeling of warmth and metallic taste may occur when dye is administered * Post-test: Monitor VS and cardiac rhythm * Monitor peripheral pulses, color and warmth and sensation of the extremity distal to insertion
During the assessment the case manager inquires about current medical equipment utilized, insurance information, method of transportation, feeding regimen, and verifies the patient’s medications. The case manager also