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Phlebotomy Essentials

6th Edition

ISBN:9781451194524

Author:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Publisher:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Chapter1: Phlebotomy: Past And Present And The Healthcare Setting

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A. Case Study, Chapter 92, Gerontology:The Aging Adult Mrs. Thomas has made the decision to move to a long-term care facility. When you visit her in her room, she expresses doubts, sadness, and feelings of worthlessness. She states that she is so lonely and unable to care for herself and her large home alone. (Learning Objectives 1, 3,4, 5, 6) 1.Review with Mrs. Thomas the type of care settings available and what each has to offer her. 2.You sense a great deal of anxiety in talking with Mrs. Thomas regarding her future. What are some nursing considerations regarding anxiety in the elderly? 3.As Mrs. Thomas is talking, you become concerned that she is exhibiting signs of depression. Why is depression in the elderly such a concern? What is available to combat the depression? B. Case Study, Chapter 93, Cognitive Impairment in the Aging Adult Mr. Edwards has been admitted to room 337 with mental status changes. When you come to the room, his oldest daughter is at his side and explains her concerns. Mr. Edwards’ daughter states that this morning he had gone for his usual walk in the neighborhood, but had become lost on his way home. She has noted other incidences of memory lapses such as his forgetfulness of recent events and disorientation of time, place, and situation. (Learning Objectives 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) 1. Mr. Edwards’ daughter asks “I don’t know what to do. I work and I can’t stay with Dad 24 hours a day.” What items of help could you offer to the daughter? 2. What is important for the nurse to remember in talking with Mr. Edwards? 3. Mr. Edward’s daughter is concerned about medications being ordered for her father. She asks if there are harmful side effects she should be alert for and how do the drugs work? What teaching could you do? 4. Mr. Edward’s daughter asks how can the healthcare provider be sure her father has dementia? Review with her the basic methods used to diagnose dementia.

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