“She seemed to be a bit related to decreased After 2 hours of nursing Establish rapport To gain patient’s trust and confused in her responses to cardiac output as intervention the patient will cooperation everyday situation and has evidenced by slight weight verbalize understanding of Monitor and record VS To obtain baseline data difficulty sleeping,” as gain, edema, abnormal causative factors and Assess patient’s general condition To determine what approach to use reported by her son breath sounds, changes in demonstrate behaviors to in treatment mental status and resolve excess fluid volume. Monitor I&O every 4 hours I&O balance reflects fluid status restlessness Weigh patient daily and compare to previous Body weight is a sensitive indicator Objective Data; weights. of fluid balance and an increase Bipedal Edema 2+ Long-Term Goal: indicates fluid volume excess. Crackles at the base of the After 5 days of nursing Follow low-sodium diet and/or fluid restriction The client senses thirst because the lungs intervention the patient will and Encourage or provide oral care q2 body senses dehydration. Oral care GCS: E- 4; V- 4; M- 6 14/15 demonstrate adequate fluid can alleviate the sensation without balanced as evidenced by an increase in fluid intake. Vital Signs: output equal to exceeding Obtain patient history to ascertain the May include increased fluids or BP: 110/ 70 intake, clearing breath sounds, probable cause of the fluid disturbance. sodium intake, or compromised T: 36.8 degrees and decreasing edema. regulatory mechanisms. Centigrade Monitor for distended neck veins and ascites Indicates fluid overload PR: 89 BPM (slight Change position frequently. Elevate feet Edema formation, slowed tachycardia) when sitting. Inspect skin surface, keep dry, circulation, altered nutritional intake, RR: 25 BPM and provide padding as indicated. and prolonged immobility (including Weight: 76 kg (slight bed rest) are cumulative stressors weight gain) that affect skin integrity and require close supervision/ preventive interventions. Collaborative: Administer medication as ordered Furosemide (Lasix) 40 mgIV every 8 hours Increases rate of urine flow and may inhibit reabsorption of sodium/ chloride in the renal tubules. KCl 40mEq IV (incorporated to 1 L of Replaces potassium that is lost as a PNSS) run for 24 hours common side effect of diuretic therapy Consult with dietitian. May be necessary to provide diet acceptable to patient that meets caloric needs within sodium restriction. Cues/evidences Nursing Diagnosis Objectives/Planning Nursing Rationale Interventions Subjective Data: Activity intolerance related Short-Term Goal: Independent: “Mabilis tsaka madalas na to imbalance O2 supply After 1 hour of nursing Establish Rapport To gain clients participation and akong mahapo kahit konti and demand as evidenced intervention the patient will use cooperation in the nurse patient lang ung ginagawa ko,” as by client reports of identified techniques to interaction verbalized by the client weakness and abnormal improve activity intolerance Monitor and record Vital Signs To obtain baseline data pulse rate and rhythm Assess patient’s general condition To note for any abnormalities and Objective Data: Long-Term Goal: deformities present within the body BP: 110/ 70 After 5 days of nursing Adjust client’s daily activities and reduce To prevent strain and overexertion T: 36.8 degrees intervention the patient will intensity of level. Discontinue activities that Centigrade report measurable increase in cause undesired psychological changes PR: 89 BPM (slight activity as evidenced by Instruct client in unfamiliar activities and in To conserve energy and promote tachycardia) reduced fatigue and weakness alternate ways of conserve energy safety RR: 25 BPM and by vital signs within Encourage patient to have adequate bed rest to relax the body acceptable limits during and sleep activity. Provide the patient with a calm and quiet To provide relaxation environment Assist the client in ambulation To prevent risk for falls that could lead to injury Note presence of factors that could Fatigue affects both the client’s contribute to fatigue actual and perceived ability to participate in activities Give client information that provides To sustain motivation of client evidence of daily or weekly progress Assist the client in a semi-fowlers position To promote easy breathing Elevate the head of the bed To maintain an open airway Assist the client in learning and demonstrating appropriate safety measures To prevent injuries Instruct the SO not to leave the client To avoid risk for falls unattended Provide client with a positive atmosphere To help minimize frustration and rechannel energy Instruct the SO to monitor response of To indicate need to alter activity patient to an activity and recognize the signs level and symptoms
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