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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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