Fundamentals Of Nursing
Fundamentals Of Nursing
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ISBN: 9781496362179
Author: Taylor, Carol (carol R.), LYNN, Pamela (pamela Barbara), Bartlett, Jennifer L.
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer,
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Chapter 10, Problem 2RP
Summary Introduction

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How could the nursing student initiate improved communication between Mr. J and the nursing working on his unit?

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The nursing student is assigned to care for a middle aged patient Mr. J, who got admitted in the hospital due to compound fracture in his left lower extremity. The patient has a history of diabetes and craving for sweets. The patient was known for his loud voice complaints about his food, room, and hospital routine. He always on call light and tells that he was checking if the light is working. The nurses at the nursing station used to call him with names and told their dislike about the patient. The student nurse found out that the patient had attention seeking behavior as he was a business man.

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

Did the student nurse handling of the situation facilitate her ability to advocate for patients in similar situations?

Case summary:

The nursing student is assigned to care for a middle aged patient Mr. J, who got admitted in the hospital due to compound fracture in his left lower extremity. The patient has a history of diabetes and craving for sweets. The patient was known for his loud voice complaints about his food, room, and hospital routine. He always on call light and tells that he was checking if the light is working. The nurses at the nursing station used to call him with names and told their dislike about the patient. The student nurse found out that the patient had attention seeking behavior as he was a business man.

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

Whether it would be helpful to elicit Mr. J’s preferences and expressed needs and ensure that they are included as part of the plan of care?

Case summary:

The nursing student is assigned to care for a middle aged patient Mr. J, who got admitted in the hospital due to compound fracture in his left lower extremity. The patient has a history of diabetes and craving for sweets. The patient was known for his loud voice complaints about his food, room, and hospital routine. He always on call light and tells that he was checking if the light is working. The nurses at the nursing station used to call him with names and told their dislike about the patient. The student nurse found out that the patient had attention seeking behavior as he was a business man.

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