The clinical scenario above demonstrates the situation of a new nurse. She is assigned to the ER and is really scared. She does not know how to get organized.This topic continues here: Organizational skills
In the image above, a nurse tries to offer a patient an incentive spirometer, to do breathing exercises. He is not interested. The nurse has a responsibility to do patient teaching. This is reflected in the plan of care.
Brain injury may be blunt or penetrating. There are many causes including : a gunshot wound, car accident or a direct blow to the head. Although the above topics are no longer available, new topics have been added. So, just click on the links below :
Brain injury may result from a car accident. There are different types of injury that may occur. Management of the brain injured patient may be a long and complicated process. ICU Care , which may also include ICP monitoring may become necessary.
It is also important to remember that the family should also be informed. This will decrease anxiety as much as possible.
Traumatic brain injurymay range from a motor vehicle accident, fall, assault, gunshot wound, or any injury to the cranium.
Management of the injury is directed at the mechanism of injury.The consequences of brain trauma can be fatal. Massive bleedinginside the head may result in a number of neurological
Helpful hints:
- Monitor vital signs and neurological status as ordered by MD.
- Follow MD orders for IV fluids and painmedication .
- Discuss with the familythe need for a quiet environment , as this will help for a more restful setting.
- Too much chaos demands more oxygen for an already injured brain.
- Rest for the injured brain is of paramount importance.
Dear nurses,
Have you ever been given such a bad assignment,
That if you were a bird you would fly into retirement.
Well, you do not have to feel that way. You can stand
tall, knowing how to organize your day.(sessions 19)
Simply click on the link: http://www.dearnurses.com/home
and enjoy reading Care Planning and Patient Education.
Take a moment to reflect (like the picture above), on the
last year. How did you treat your patient or co-worker?
Do you feel like you could have done more for your patient?
Have you been willing to lend a helping hand when your co- worker needed it?
Let us have your comments.
You may also enjoy dearnurses.com Sessions 25
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