What statement is correct regarding a pt who has a post-colon resection who is noting signs of lethargy?
pls help…
(the client also has a history of addison’s disease)
1. review his pt controlled analgesia (PCA) record for dose history
2. assess for decreased urine output and bp
3. check pupils for direct consensual reaction
4. obtain pulse oximeter to check oxygen saturation level
tnx… if it is okay, kindy put the rationale behind..and also the source tnx a lot!
Tagged with: addison • bp • oxygen saturation level • pulse oximeter • pupils • rationale • tnx • urine output
Filed under: Colon Health Questions
Denisedds (88)
Basics first
Check postural BP – possible blood loss related to surgery
Hb & Iron studies same
Nutrition Eating? Needs Supplements? Constipated?
Wounds S&S of infection? Temp?
Emotional Depressed?
Don’t forget to look at your patient holistically. Something I got taught as a student, it applies to everything, and gives you a prioritised order for checking anything
A Airway
P (pig) Pain
H (headed) Hydration
N (nurse) Nutrition
W (wont) Wounds
A (always) Ailimentary
S (suceed) Social
F (fair) Family
G (go) God
Tutors are always looking for holistic care when marking assignments.
Address each category and you will cover the lot. It’s not all about the medical stuff.