Identify priority nursing care to prevent potential complications following this type of surgery. * Maintain respiratory function * Maintain circulatory function * Promote elimination and adequate nutrition * Promote urinary elimination * Promote wound healing * Achieve rest and comfort 3. Discuss treatment modalities for potential complications as identified above * Push fluids to promote elimination * Hemorrhages may need surgical correction * Apply O₂ 4. Discuss the standard of nursing care when transfusing any blood product. * Verify that an order for the transfusion exists.
1.2 Residents who have had a stroke have to be moved and positioned in accordance with their stroke side e.g. make sure the affected arm and leg is not trailing or trapped. We need to ensure we are supporting the affected limb when moving and supporting the limb when positioning e.g. holding the arm when lowering the resident in the hoist into a chair, placing a pillow under the arm and making sure the legs are straight: keeping them comfortable and giving pressure relief to avoid pain. 2.1 As health care workers we must follow “LOLER 1998 Legislation”, also the home will have work instructions which we must follow, not to work without correct training.
Objective, Structured, Clinical, Examination. I had also had paramedic training that proved to be of vital importance during this period of assessment (Oelofsen, 2012, pp. 22-24). To effectively diagnose the right type of ankle injury that the patient was suffering from, I had to combine the use of the paramedic training that I had had, and my knowledge on the ankle anatomy for diagnostic purposes (evidence 2, 3 &4). Using the look, feel, and move method, I was able to know
The nurse assists the paramedics as they prepare Jonathan for transport to the trauma center. 2. If respiratory compromise occurs, what action should the nurse take to keep the airway open without compromising Jonathan's spine further? A) Logroll to side while maintaining neutral alignment. INCORRECT This action would be used to move an injured person from a prone position to supine if respiratory compromise occurs.
History of Injury: Professional medical treatment should be had quickly after any believed dislocation. For the most part, a dislocated shoulder is kept in its current position by use of a splint or sling. A pillow placed between the arm and torso can be of use for support and comfort. Strong analgesics are needed to calm any pain of the dislocation. Emergency department care is for rejoining the shoulder to its natural state with procedures called reducution.
Be sure to elaborate on what would be considered normal and abnormal (thus requiring further medical attention). Include any special tests that might be performed to evaluate the injury (i.e. x-ray, MRI, specific joint tests, etc.). 4. Treatment: This should explain the treatment of your injury, including immediate care and chronic care.
In this case, the patient presented with a productive cough lasting over two. I used a holistic approach to assess the patient in general ensuring all systems relating to his presentation were covered and not rushing to a conclusion hastily which is recommended by Crumbie, (2006). The history taking was based on the Calgary Cambridge framework (Krutz, et al 2005) this involves five stages to help the nurse develop a holistic approach to the patient and empowers the patient to actively participate in their care. The first stage is initiating the session which involves preparing for the consultation, building a nurse patient rapport and gathering the reason(s) for presenting. The second stage is the information gathering stage exploring background information, exploring biomedical model and exploring the patient’s perspective.
To prevent injury or illness to persons due to sharps or spillage of contaminated fluids ALL BELOW QUESTIONS ARE OBSERVATIONS. 4.4 Apply standard precautions for infection prevention and control and other measures to minimise risks before, during and after the procedure. 4.5 Dispose of Used equipment, materials and feeds. Body fluids including those aspirated prior to feeding. In accordance with legislation and agreed ways of working 5.1 Ensure that adequate and relevant fluids, feeds and equipment are available 5.2 Confirm the identity of the individual prior to carrying out the activity 5.3 Obtain valid consent from the individual prior to carrying out the planned activity 5.4 Confirm equipment and materials are: Appropriate to the procedure.
It can make a difference in life and death. I am going to explain the steps of performing CPR on an infant and a child. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, also known as CPR, is something every person should know how to perform, especially parents of small children. Even more importantly, parents of children with underlying medical conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, GERD (reflux), congenital heart defects, or respiratory problems, and parents of premature infants should be trained in CPR. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation consists of chest compressions and rescue breathing.
Paediatric Emergency First Aid Unit PEFAP 001 Unit: F/600/2036Learning Outcomes 1.1 Identify the responsibilities of a paediatric first aider. To preserve life- the overriding aim of all medical care including first aid is to save lives. • To prevent deterioration- moving a patient away from any cause of harm and applying first aid techniques to prevent worsening of the condition such as applying pressure to stop a bleed becoming dangerous. • To promote recovery- ask someone to call an ambulance or doctor as soon as possible, stay with a sick or injured child until help arrives and give appropriate first aid. • Give care with confidence- it's important for everyone to be confident when giving care especially with young children as they get scared easilyResponsibilities- the essential aim is providing the appropriate first aid.