Reference no: EM133273550
Mr John Smith, 48 years, has very high hypertension, diagnosed four years ago. He has not been taking her medication during the past six months because he has been feeling fine and poor socio-economic condition. He is the sole earner living with his wife, two children and in-laws and has been too busy doing his work. He eats fast food, and there is no time for exercise and he has a poor diet. He has decided to have a checkup because she is feeling tired and dyspneic and has had several bouts of dizziness, blurred vision, and epistaxis (nosebleeds) lately. On examination, his blood pressure is found to be 150/90,
Context General practice Background
You are the student RN on shift in a general practice. The doctor has requested that you to collect a brief history and baseline data. You, as the student RN, will also be required to deliver any other holistic intervention to the patient as required. Hypertension (BP 150/90)
1. Create a therapeutic environment 2. Complete a therapeutic interview of the patient, including a. Demographic information i. Name ii. Date of birth (DOB) iii. Present address iv. Allergies v. Current medications vi. Past medical/surgical history b. Perform a set of vital signs. In your interview, also include
Shows thorough knowledge and exact scope for evaluation of patient medical history. Includes identification of contraindications, health education provision and informed consent gathering.
Highly sophisticated and creative analysis, synthesis of health assessment interview process into the role-play presentation. Applies knowledge of all critical elements of interview techniques and cultural sensitivity and relays authentic context.
Demonstrates a sophisticated development of role-playing to summarise the health assessment process. Expertly presented; the role-play presentation is logical, persuasive, and well supported by evidence of the health assessment interview techniques and cultural sensitivity. Excellent use of various verbal and non-verbal communication provides accurate responses to patients' questions and concerns.