Fundamentals of Nursing, 9e
Fundamentals of Nursing, 9e
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ISBN: 9780323327404
Author: Patricia A. Potter RN MSN PhD FAAN, Anne Griffin Perry RN EdD FAAN, Patricia Stockert RN BSN MS PhD, Amy Hall RN BSN MS PhD CNE
Publisher: Elsevier Science
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Chapter 34, Problem 1CAQ
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Mrs. J comment of being normal again, and her lack of understanding of her physical condition that includes increased fatigue, pain management, and limitations regarding lifting.

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The home care nurse visits Mrs. J who takes care of her 3-month-old granddaughter as well as her 23-year-old daughter. The nurse sees Mrs. J crying and notices she had not taken her pain medication. The nurse gives pain medication she tells it has reduced her pain but she feels drowsy. Mrs. J shares some of her statements with the nurse regarding if she is able to provide childcare and also states that she want to be normal again and she looks disgusting.

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The nurse should first ask her what she meant by being normal again. The nurse can assess that due to her fatigue and pain she might be feeling low self-esteem about her body. She might have increased in weight due to stress, fatigue, and medication. Moreover, she is worried about whether she can give care to her granddaughter and daughter.  

Conclusion

The patients with low self-esteem have a lack of confidence and become more dependable. Hence, the nurse must assess the situation and involve step by step procedure to increase their self-confidence.

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