Competency Describe strategies for safe, effective multidimensional nursing care for clients with acid-base imbalances. Scenario Tony is a 56-year-old, Hispanic male that presented to the Emergency Room with complaints of frequent, which he has been experiencing for the past four days. He states “I haven’t felt good for about a week, but couldn’t afford to miss work.” […]

TOPIC: Anxiety Disorder/Obsessive Compulsive Disorder   Course Competency Assemble nursing care interventions for clients with behavioral or cognitive disorders.   Scenario Lauren has been diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder and experiences obsessive thoughts that result in compulsive behaviors. This has a major impact on her life and day to day functioning.   Instructions View the […]

DiscCompare and contrast the actions associated with leading, managing, and following, giving examples of how each applies to the enhancement of the work team. Do you feel these are fixed positions or are there times when the nurse could move from one position to another (give example)? Be sure to apply concepts from the readings and research. […]

Dennis, a 32-year-old construction worker, fell off a roof 2 months ago and, as a result, needs to have surgery on his ankle. The nurse is preparing him for the surgery and begins the admission process. During the interview, Dale mentions he is a bit nervous because his cousin had a surgery and had a […]

Discussion Topic: Policy Implications of Patient Safety Standards and Practices Why is it important that health professionals share a common understanding of patient safety standards and practices? What are the policy implications from accepting that “mistakes are normal and all humans err”? How would you approach health care systems leaders or employers about changing employment […]