Chapter 15, Problem 5RP

Summary Introduction

To identify:

The essential information that is available in patient Mr. S’s electronic record to support safe patient care and coordination of care?

Case summary:

The nursing student is caring for a 68-year-old adult male patient Mr. S, who is recently diagnosed with diabetes. In the assessment of the patient, it is found to be that the patient is 50 pounds overweight. The patient gained weight due to lack of exercise and diet maintenance. A plan care was developed for the patient to reduce his weight and maintain his diabetes. During the follow-up visit, the nursing student noticed that the patient has gained 5 pounds extra weight. The patient had an idea that his diabetes could be managed by medication and asks the nursing student about it.

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

Any apps that might be useful in coaching Mr. S?

Case summary:

The nursing student is caring for a 68-year-old adult male patient Mr. S, who is recently diagnosed with diabetes. In the assessment of the patient, it is found to be that the patient is 50 pounds overweight. The patient gained weight due to lack of exercise and diet maintenance. A plan care was developed for the patient to reduce his weight and maintain his diabetes. During the follow-up visit, the nursing student noticed that the patient has gained 5 pounds extra weight. The patient had an idea that his diabetes could be managed by medication and asks the nursing student about it.

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

Any alternative ways to respond to or approach the situation?

Case summary:

The nursing student is caring for a 68-year-old adult male patient Mr. S, who is recently diagnosed with diabetes. In the assessment of the patient, it is found to be that the patient is 50 pounds overweight. The patient gained weight due to lack of exercise and diet maintenance. A plan care was developed for the patient to reduce his weight and maintain his diabetes. During the follow-up visit, the nursing student noticed that the patient has gained 5 pounds extra weight. The patient had an idea that his diabetes could be managed by medication and asks the nursing student about it.

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

What else might the nursing student have done to ensure a successful outcome?

Case summary:

The nursing student is caring for a 68-year-old adult male patient Mr. S, who is recently diagnosed with diabetes. In the assessment of the patient, it is found to be that the patient is 50 pounds overweight. The patient gained weight due to lack of exercise and diet maintenance. A plan care was developed for the patient to reduce his weight and maintain his diabetes. During the follow-up visit, the nursing student noticed that the patient has gained 5 pounds extra weight. The patient had an idea that his diabetes could be managed by medication and asks the nursing student about it.