Using this data can allow opportunities to improve patient care and job satisfaction, by providing continued education and training. For example, identifying patients at risk for falling during the admission process a nurse can implement a fall-prevention plan thus prevent potential injuries. Having a standard of care associated with a nursing-sensitive indicator can trigger a proactive action plan. A universal sign, for example, a “falling leaf” or a colored armband can be used to identify patients quickly as at risk for falling. Placing patients close to nurse’s station or offering frequent toileting can also help reduce potential injuries.
Elderly Healthcare Erin Nichols SOC 100 December 20, 2011 Elderly Healthcare Health care and maintenance is the prime fear for the elderly. The elder population in the United States receive diagnosis of at least one continuing ailment; however, only a small amount of these conditions are a threat to life or necessitate treatment by a medical professional. The effects of health problems can reduce the quality of life for the elderly population. A majority of the older generation in the United States has impairments from inflammation and pain stemming from arthritis, and visual or hearing losses. These impairments can hinder and delay the routine of completing daily responsibilities.
* Blurts out answers before questions have been completed. * Has difficulty waiting or taking turns. * Interrupts or intrudes upon others. Nursing Diagnosis *Potential for impaired education, social, workplace, and coping skills related to ADHD *Potential for medication management of ADHD *Potential for change in health status Goal *Patient will increase optimal participation in social, workplace, and educational programs *Patient will cooperate with medical treatment plan to manage work and social participation *Patient will participate in collaboration with medical plan of care to facilitate emotional well being necessary Intervention Patient will be given information and health counseling related to ADD/ADHD at the patients level of understanding. Patients health condition will be discussed as needed to assure maintenance level of knowledge.
This is the team member that can educate the patient and family on the disease and available options. They can also provide information to the rest of the care team on the disease process and alterations in care that are necessary for the patient. A pediatrician is important to include on the care team because this person will be assuming the care of the unborn child upon delivery. Including them on the care team will help them to prepare for the delivery and obtain needed education on Tay-Sachs disease. A social worker would also be of benefit to the patient and team.
Patients deserve a well educated nurse. It is very important for a nurse to educate their patients upon discharge, treatment options, diet, hospital stay and medications. If a patient is well educated and informed by a nurse with a BSN degree, they will make a better health choice and prevent them from being readmitted into
Coping mechanisms are important for nurses to assess when interviewing family members. It is also important to look for signs of abuse, whether physical or emotional, with the spouse and children.
Once it is known what their struggles are, a plan of services can be made and put into action. Living Well with Dementia seeks to ensure people are provided with the best possible services. The role of teamwork in improving the health, wellbeing and quality of life for those living with dementia A team of different professionals which offers a greater chance of issues and barriers resolved and a better overall support. Each professional is an expert in their specialist area. Sofia’s family offers valuable insight into herself as they would spend long periods of time with her.
Through health education, the nurse can raise awareness on mental health related issues as well as the appropriate intervention services. In addition, the nurse can play the role of an advocate. The nurse can advocate for improved accessibility of mental health and other health services to those in need (Kemppainen, Tossavainen & Turunen, 2012). References Kemppainen, V., Tossavainen, K. & Turunen, H. (2012). Nurses' roles in health promotion practice: an integrative review.
Psychological Disorder: Alzheimers Disease July 6, 2011 Abstract Alzheimer’s disease is a slow degenerative condition that makes up over half of the dementia condition, affecting older adults particularly those ages 65 and onward. The disease can start years before the first symptoms of Alzheimer’s occur as military bodies (plaque) and fibril bundles (tangles) conjugate inside cerebral cortex of the brain, impairing one’s memory, speech, cognition, and affecting mood. There is no specific cause of Alzheimer’s, but there is a plethora of factors that put one at risk. Stress, diet, smoking, lack of exercise, heredity, and stagnant mental activity are all issues related to Alzheimer’s disease.
Friends and relatives don’t visit as frequently. The part that seems to be the most disheartening is the loneliness that elderly encounter from just being out of the loop of life. Alcohol being a depressant just compounds the loneliness and depression. I really think that the MD’s need to enforce the screening they are doing on the elderly and encourage the patients to be honest in this area. There are 1000’s of meetings for alcoholics all around the world and now there are “Meetings on the Go”.