NRS-410V Pathophysiology and Nursing Management of Clients' Health - ENewberry SIMW1 DeLuca Prework-Updated for Grade A

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NRS-410V Pathophysiology and Nursing Management of Clients' Health - ENewberry SIMW1 DeLuca Prework-Updated for Grade A Case Objectives • Performs basic physical assessment of the client (APPLYIN... G) • Identifies and documents normal and abnormal assessment findings (APPLYING) • Performs a functional assessment of the client (APPLYING) • Identifies appropriate nursing care of a post-operative client (APPLYING) • Identifies and assesses potential client safety concerns (APPLYING) Synopsis 83-year-old client who is post-operative day two following right hip surgery related to degenerative hip disease. Past Medical History: • Severe arthritis, hypertension, cataracts, hearing loss Allergies: • NKDA Medications: • Benazepril 10mg PO twice daily Code Status: • Full code Social/Family History: • Widowed. Lives alone in a two-story house with pet dog, Renny. Primary Medical Diagnosis: Degenerative hip disease (right) Pathophysiology: The cartilage that serves as a cushion in the joints deteriorates over time. This can cause stiffness, limited ROM, loss of flexibility, swelling and weakness. This condition can affect any joint but most commonly affects knees, hips, hands and spine. Risk Factors: Risk factors included repetitive motion, infection, RA, muscular dystrophy, osteoporosis, obesity, women, age over 55 y/o and African American women.NRS-410V Pathophysiology and Nursing Management of Clients' Health - ENewberry SIMW1 DeLuca Prework [Show More]

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