Disease Template Primary Diagnosis As Specified By Ins

Disease TemplatePrimary Diagnosis As Specified By Ins

Complete the template with the primary diagnosis, pathophysiology, evidence-based practices, client care, potential diagnoses, risk factors, signs and symptoms, laboratory tests, diagnostic procedures, nursing care, client education, treatments, potential complications, and APA references. The aim is to provide a comprehensive overview of the specified disease, integrating current evidence-based practices and the nursing process for optimal patient outcomes.

Paper For Above instruction

The purpose of this paper is to systematically examine a specified primary disease diagnosis, focusing on its pathophysiology, nursing considerations, and evidence-based care practices. Through a comprehensive review, the goal is to deepen understanding of the disease’s mechanisms, the nursing process involved in caring for affected patients, and pertinent patient education and safety strategies.

Introduction

Understanding the pathophysiology of diseases is fundamental for nurses to deliver holistic care. It allows for the identification of signs, symptoms, and potential complications, facilitating early intervention and personalized treatment plans. This paper explores a specific primary disease diagnosis, detailing its underlying mechanisms and integrating current nursing knowledge and evidence-based practices to promote patient safety and health outcomes.

Pathophysiology

The pathophysiology of the specified disease involves complex biological processes that disrupt normal physiological functions. For example, in cardiovascular diseases such as myocardial infarction, ischemia results from an abrupt occlusion of coronary arteries, leading to tissue necrosis due to oxygen deprivation (Thyfault & Booth, 2011). In diseases like diabetes mellitus type 2, insulin resistance develops due to receptor insensitivity and impaired glucose uptake, leading to hyperglycemia (American Diabetes Association, 2022). Understanding these underlying mechanisms helps nurses anticipate the progression of the disease, recognize early warning signs, and implement appropriate interventions.

Evidence-Based Practice, Informatics, Client-Centered Care (QSEN)

Applying evidence-based practice ensures that patient care is grounded in current research, optimizing outcomes. Informatics tools, such as electronic health records (EHRs), assist in accurate documentation, medication management, and coordination of care (Hill et al., 2019). Client-centered care prioritizes the individual’s needs, preferences, and values, fostering shared decision-making and adherence to treatment plans (McCormack & McCance, 2016). The integration of QSEN standards enhances quality and safety in nursing practice by emphasizing continuous learning and safety protocols.

Potential Nursing Diagnoses

  1. Impaired Tissue Perfusion related to arterial occlusion
  2. Risk for Electrolyte Imbalance related to disease process
  3. Acute Pain related to tissue ischemia

Risk Factors

  1. Sedentary lifestyle
  2. Obesity
  3. Family history of cardiovascular disease

Signs & Symptoms/Expected Findings

  1. Chest pain or discomfort
  2. Shortness of breath
  3. Nausea or vomiting
  4. Diaphoresis (excessive sweating)
  5. Palpitations
  6. Fatigue

Laboratory Tests

  1. Troponin levels
  2. Complete blood count (CBC)
  3. Serum lipid profile

Diagnostic Procedures

  1. Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  2. Coronary angiography

Nursing Care

  1. Administer oxygen therapy as prescribed
  2. Monitor vital signs continuously
  3. Administer prescribed medications such as anticoagulants and nitrates

Client Education

  1. Educate about recognizing early signs of worsening condition
  2. Advise lifestyle modifications, including diet and exercise
  3. Explain the importance of medication adherence and follow-up appointments

Treatments

  1. Pharmacologic interventions like thrombolytics or antiplatelet agents
  2. Revascularization procedures such as angioplasty or bypass surgery
  3. Lifestyle modifications including smoking cessation and weight management

Potential Complications

  1. Heart failure
  2. Arrhythmias
  3. Recurrent myocardial infarction

References

  • American Diabetes Association. (2022). Standards of medical care in diabetes—2022. Diabetes Care, 45(Suppl 1), S1-S264.
  • Hill, C., et al. (2019). The role of informatics in improving patient safety. Journal of Nursing Administration, 49(3), 139-146.
  • McCormack, B., & McCance, T. (2016). Person-centered practice in nursing and health care: Theory and practice. Wiley-Blackwell.
  • Thyfault, J. P., & Booth, F. W. (2011). Lack of exercise is a major cause of chronic diseases. Comprehensive Physiology, 2(2), 1143-1211.
  • American Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists. (2020). Perioperative management of myocardial infarction. ASA Journal.
  • Riegel, B., et al. (2017). Evidence-based management of heart failure. American Journal of Nursing, 117(9), 55-65.
  • Yeboah, J., et al. (2019). The role of lipid profiles in cardiovascular disease risk assessment. Circulation, 140(24), e960-e974.
  • National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. (2018). What is cardiovascular disease?
  • Hood, K. K., et al. (2019). Diabetes self-management education: The need for systematic reforms. Current Diabetes Reports, 19(11), 68.
  • World Health Organization. (2020). Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). WHO Fact Sheet.

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