Reference no: EM132836606
Assessment task: Written analysis of case-based scenario
You are required to submit a fully referenced academic paper in an essay format on the following case study. Your essay should demonstrate your knowledge and application of best evidence-based nursing practice in relation to assessment, nursing care and evaluation of care for the six (6) aspects as described below.
Scenario: Robert Snider a 68-year-old male has been admitted to the medical ward after being diagnosed with community-acquired right middle lobe pneumonia. Robert lives alone and is now retired after working all his adult life in a coal mine. His medical history includes a diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), hypertension and is a current smoker of 20 cigarettes per day.
The following data was assessed when Robert was admitted to the ward:
Subjective data:
» Feeling anxious and fearful
» Fatigue
» Restless, and leaning forward
» Shortness of breath exacerbated on minimal exertion e.g. standing out of bed
» Faint crackles audible over the right middle lobe
» Pale in colour
Objective data:
» Blood pressure: 105/60 mm Hg
» Heart rate: 102 beats per minute
» Respiratory rate: 33/minute
» SaO2: 88% Room air
» Chest X-Ray: Consolidation Right middle lobe
» Weight: 124Kg
The Doctor has prescribed Robert oxygen therapy to achieve and maintain a SaO2 94% and intravenous antibiotics.
Your assignment should be directly related to the scenario and cover the following aspects of assessment, nursing care planning and evaluation of care provided:
(Please note: These six aspects can be used as headings if you wish)
1. Promotion and facilitation of adequate oxygenation
2. Provision of general nursing care
3. Prevention of possible hospital acquired complications.
4. Promotion of adequate hydration and nutrition
5. Provision of emotional and psychological support 6. Education and Discharge planning.
Length: 1600 words Mark loading: 40% of overall course grade
Attachment:- Case Senario.rar
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