Author: Liu
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NR 603 Week 2 Part 1: Case Discussion Reflection
Hello everyone, Based on the presenting symptoms and assessment findings, the most likely diagnosis for this case study is occupational asthma, commonly referred to as baker’s asthma. This condition is a prevalent occupational disease that affects a significant percentage of bakers globally, with estimates ranging from 4% to 25% of bakers experiencing symptoms (Brittner…
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HPI: H.M. is a 28-year-old Caucasian female who presents with complaints of intermittent abdominal pain and bloating for the past six months. Her mother reports observing unusual eating patterns since H.M. moved back home three months ago after a breakup. H.M. attributes her recent weight gain to her job as a catering manager, where she is constantly exposed to food. Six months ago, H.M. began vomiting after eating large meals to prevent weight gain, which she continues to do at least three times a week. She also exercises rigorously, attending yoga and exercise classes six times a week. Despite being on a low-calorie diet, H.M. reports a loss of control over her eating habits and feels bad when she overeats.
HPI: H.M. is a 28-year-old Caucasian female who presents with complaints of intermittent abdominal pain and bloating for the past six months. Her mother reports observing unusual eating patterns since H.M. moved back home three months ago after a breakup. H.M. attributes her recent weight gain to her job as a catering manager, where she…
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History of Present Illness (HPI): C.B. is a 38-year-old white woman who presents with complaints of increasing fatigue over the past four months. She reports feeling tired throughout the day with a decreased interest in usual activities. She finds herself less able to complete routine tasks and generally feels slowed down. C.B. is sleeping more than she used to, approximately from 9:00 pm to 7:30 am, but despite this increased sleep, she does not feel rested. She does not wake up during the night and does not nap during the day. C.B. denies any recent acute illnesses and does not recall any specific events that could have precipitated her fatigue. She is concerned about her decreased performance in daily activities and the negative feedback she has received from family, friends, and co-workers. Although she feels something is wrong, she cannot specify her concern. Additional Risk Factors: Female gender, family history of diabetes, and a personal history of smoking
History of Present Illness (HPI): C.B. is a 38-year-old white woman who presents with complaints of increasing fatigue over the past four months. She reports feeling tired throughout the day with a decreased interest in usual activities. She finds herself less able to complete routine tasks and generally feels slowed down. C.B. is sleeping more…
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WEEK 5 Patient NR 603 Chamberlain College Chief Complaint (CC): Fatigue History of Present Illness (HPI): C.P is a 31-year-old Hispanic female who presents with complaints of fatigue over the past three months. She reports a lack of energy and a loss of interest in activities she previously enjoyed. Despite having a stressful job as a sales executive, she had always managed to meet the demands of her role. Recently, however, she has been feeling increasingly tired, unable to concentrate at work, and withdrawn from social interactions. She also reports feelings of worthlessness and shame due to her perceived inability to meet her usual high standards. She has gained weight, which she attributes to eating excessively while at home, staying in bed, and watching television. She denies any previous treatment for mental health issues and has no history of suicidal thoughts.
20 August 2024 Subjective: Chief Complaint (CC): Fatigue History of Present Illness (HPI): C.P is a 31-year-old Hispanic female who presents with complaints of fatigue over the past three months. She reports a lack of energy and a loss of interest in activities she previously enjoyed. Despite having a stressful job as a sales executive,…
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What is the Nursing Code of Ethics?
According to the American Nurses Association (ANA), the nursing code of ethics is a guide for “carrying out nursing responsibilities in a manner consistent with quality in nursing care and the ethical obligations of the profession.” Ethics, in general, are the moral principles that dictate how a person will conduct themselves. Ethical values are essential for…
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Sample Nursing Care Plans
Nursing Diagnosis: Ineffective breathing pattern related to right pulmonary agenesis as evidenced by high carbon dioxide levels and absent breath sounds on right side of the chest. Assessment: Vital signs: Monitor the patient’s heart rate, respiratory rate and SpO2 levels. Signs of respiratory distress include tachypnea, dyspnea and an SpO2 <95%. Breathing patterns: If the…
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How to Write a Nursing Care Plan
What is a Nursing Care Plan? A nursing care plan contains relevant information about a patient’s diagnosis, the goals of treatment, the specific nursing orders (including what observations are needed and what actions must be performed), and an evaluation plan. Over the course of the patient’s stay, the plan is updated with any changes and…
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Why Use a Nursing Concept Map?
Additional benefits of nursing concept maps include: Identifying patient problems and health concerns Helping organize assessment data Determining the appropriate nursing diagnoses and interventions Assessing outcomes Nursing concept maps are effective learning tools for content that can be broken down into categories or when it is essential to clearly visualize the relationship between various concepts.…