Case Study: Mr. M.\u00a0
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\nIt is necessary for an RN-BSN-prepared nurse to demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the pathophysiological processes of disease, the clinical manifestations and treatment protocols, and how they affect clients across the life span.
\nEvaluate the Health History and Medical Information for Mr. M., presented below.
\nBased on this information, formulate a conclusion based on your Assessment, and complete the Critical Thinking Essay assignment, as instructed below.
\nHealth History and Medical Information
\nHealth History
\nMr. M., a 70-year-old male, has been living at the Helped living facility where you work. He has no know allergies. He is a nonsmoker and does not use alcohol. Limited physical activity related to difficulty ambulating and unsteady gait. Medical history includes hypertension controlled with ACE inhibitors, hypercholesterolemia, status post appendectomy, and tibial fracture status postsurgical repair with no obvious signs of complications. Current medications include Lisinopril 20mg daily, Lipitor 40mg daily, Ambien 10mg PRN, Xanax 0.5 mg PRN, and ibuprofen 400mg PRN.
\nCase Scenario
\nOver the past 2 months, Mr. M. seems to be deteriorating quickly. He is having trouble recalling the names of his family members, remembering his room number, and even repeating what he has just read. He is becoming agitated and aggressive quickly. He appears to be afraid and fearful when he gets aggressive. He has been found wandering at night and will frequently become lost, needing help to get back to his room. Mr. M has become dependent on many ADLs, whereas a few months ago he was fully able to dress, bathe, and feed himself. The Helped living facility is concerned with his rapid decline and has decided to order testing.
\nObjective Data<\/p>\n
Temperature: 37.1 degrees C
\nBP 123\/78 HR 93 RR 22 Pox 99%
\nDenies pain
\nHeight: 69.5 inches; Weight 87 kg<\/p>\n
Laboratory Results<\/p>\n
WBC: 19.2 (1,000\/uL)
\nLymphocytes 6700 (cells\/uL)
\nCT Head shows no changes since the previous scan
\nUrinalysis positive for a moderate amount of leukocytes and cloudy
\nProtein: 7.1 g\/dL; AST: 32 U\/L; ALT 29 U\/L<\/p>\n
Critical Thinking Essay
\nIn 750-1,000 words, critically evaluate Mr. M.’s situation. Include the following:<\/p>\n
Describe the clinical manifestations present in Mr. M.
\nBased on the information presented in the case scenario, discuss what primary and secondary medical diagnoses should be considered for Mr. M. Explain why these should be considered and what data is provided for support.
\nWhen performing your nursing assessment, discuss what abnormalities would you expect to find and why.
\nDescribe the physical, psychological, and emotional effects Mr. M.’s current health status may have on him. Discuss the impact it can have on his family.
\nDiscuss what interventions can be put into place to support Mr. M. and his family.
\nGiven Mr. M.’s current condition, discuss at least four actual or potential problems he faces. Provide a rationale for each<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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