Mrs. Gem is very particular with her medications. She remembers her medication as the number of meds
| Mrs. Gem is very particular with her medications. She remembers her medication as the number of meds she takes every time and their colour. She does not fully understand the action and reason of her medications. Today, you noticed that Mrs. Gem has experienced loose bowel movement three times. In collaboration with the RN you withheld her coloxyl-senna. When Mrs Gem noticed that you did not give her 2 brown tablets, she was not happy and was questioning you. |
a. Identify how you would clearly explain the reasoning behind the specific decisions and actions taken
to Mrs. Gem
| Mrs. Smith was sitting in the lounge room with other patients. After 20 minutes you found your patient Mrs. Smith on the floor in her bedroom. Mrs Smith vaguely tells you that she had a bad fall and she cannot move her leg. You also note a big deep cut and blood on her head. |
a. Briefly explain what your first response would be in this situation.
b. Identify at least six (6) nursing interventions you should provide, including concern for the
deteriorating patient.
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