ATI Alzheimers

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May 24, 2024

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STUDENT NAME CHRISTINE SMITH DISORDER/DISEASE PROCESS ALZHEIMER'S REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER 17 Alterations in Health (Diagnosis) Disruption of thinking, and problem-solving Pathophysiology Related to Client Problem gradual impairment in cognitive functio Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Nutrition, smoking cessation, exercise ASSESSMENT Risk Factors physiological changes, metabolic, substance use or withdrawal Expected Findings similar to delirium Laboratory Tests liver and thyroid function test, UA, blood electrolytes, Diagnostic Procedures Neuroimaging, head and CXR, EEG and ECG PATIENT-CENTERED CARE Nursing Care Timely recognition, provide safe and therapeutic environment Therapeutic Procedures well-balanced diet, nutritional supplements Medications Memantine Benzodiazepin es SSRIs Client Education Educate family/caregiver about illness, ensure safe environment in home Interprofessional Care PCP Counselor Neurologist SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Fall risk Health decline Keep consistent routine Put locks at the top of doors Complications restlessness, bladder and bowel problems, depression, falls, wandering, infection, malnutrition and dehydration ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE A11
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