All about Mr. Adams
how old is mr adams
88
What is Mr. Adams priority diagnosis?
Chronic Kidney Disease
Did Mr. Adams go to college?
Nope. He enlisted in the military at 18, right after graduating high school
What antidepressant is Mr. Adams on?
Zoloft (Sertraline)
Jackson is super cool and did a great job
True
how long was mr adams married?
62 years
What Psychosocial Diagnosis does Mr. Adams have? (Name one)
Major Depressive Disorder and Anxiety
What is the number one education point made for Mr. Adams regarding his constipation?
Letting staff know when he needs to have a bowel movement
What is the number one thing to watch for when Mr. Adams takes his tamsulosin?
Monitor for signs of BPH
Mrs. C is going to be the best homeschool teacher EVER
true
How many children does mr adams have?
Two!
What medication(s) is Mr. Adams taking for his Major Depressive Disorder?
Sertraline (Zoloft) and Trazodone
Why is fluid balance so important for Mr. Adams?
Because of his CKD, he is both at risk for flui overload and dehydration.
What can happen when sertraline and trazodone are combined?
Serotonin syndrome increases
Jackson is taller than 5 feet
no. 4'11. :(
What branches was Mr. Adams in?
Marines and National guard!
What type of skin cancer does Mr. Adams have?
Merkel cell carcinoma
What should Mr. Adams know about his treatment?
Mr Adams should know why he is receiving certain treatments and what the treatments do for him.
What should you watch for when a client is taking furosemide
Increased fall risk, Intake and output, rash, monitor BP and HR and for anorexia
Do you know the muffin man?
Yes
What TV channel does Mr. Adams enjoy watching?
The history channel
Is Mr. Adams BUN high or low?
High!
What should Mr. Adams know about his medications?
His medications assist him in completing ADLs and prevent complications from his diagnoses from occurring
what should you watch for when any client is on an antidepressant
Monitor for worsening symptoms and suicidal ideations
Are we going to be awesome nurses?
YESSSSSSS!!!!