Signs/ Symptoms
Based off of the case study which was an abnormal finding during the assessment of respirations?
breathing w/ use of accessory
increased resp.
How would a nurse properly describe to use the incentive spirometer?
Discussion
What is the main goal for the patient?
Discussion
Pt resp rate was with in normal limits (28) True/ False
False
What would nursing diagnoses would the nurse educate the patient on about pneumonia?
Impaired gas exchange
By the end of the shift the nurse should observe the pt demonstrating proper cough techniques T/F
True
Based on the case study what s/s are related to respitory issues?
decreased O2
SOB
Cynanotic nail beds and lips
Weak cough
What signs and symptoms should the nursed educated about community acquired pneumonia?
Fever
previous respitory diseases
tachypea
SOB
By the end of the shift the pt should only be 2x oriented, b/c that is better than being confused. T/F
False