Student Name: Alejandro Medina Date: 10/22/19 Client’s Init

Student Name: Alejandro Medina Date: 10/22/19 Client’s Initials: J.R DOB: 01/28/1941 Admission Date: 12/09/2018 Age:78 Sex: M Race: Hispanic Religion: N/A DNR Advanced Directives: Activity: Allergies: Seafood, Polen Precautions: N/A Diet: R Admitting Diagnosis/Chief Complaint: Rehab after car accident ribs fracture and shoulder dislocation , High Blood Pressure Past/Present surgical procedures (dates): N/A Hx. of Present Illness: Pt involve in a car accident during hospitalization contract pneumonia. Meds prior to admission: 1. Lasix 5. Ginseng Caps 2. Keflex 6. 3. Pantoprazole 7. 4. Aspirin 8. Fortis College Nursing Care Plan Textbook Picture Client Picture Definition: Etiology: Predisposing Factors: Incidence: Pathophysiology: Signs & Symptoms: Diagnostic Tests: Treatment: MEDICATIONS: (TOPICAL, PO, IM, SQ, IV) Name/Dose Route/Frequency Safe/Range Mechanism of Action Indications Side Affects Nursing Considerations Why is client receiving this medication? Lasix Keflex Pantoprazole Aspirin Blood Cell Profile Norm. Values Date Date Date Chemistry Profile Norm. Values Date Date Date Hgb 12.0--16.0 Na+ Hct 35.0--45.0 K+ 3.6--5.1 WBC 4.0--10.0 Cl Platelets CO RBC 3.80--5.00 Anion Gap 7--13 MCV Glucose MCH 28--32 Bun 8--20 MCHC 32.0--36.0 Creatinine 0.7--1.2 RDW 11.5--14.5 Bun/Creat 10--15 MPV 8.8--13.0 Ca++ 8.9--10.3 Neutrophils 40--75 Total Protein 6.1--8.0 Lymphocytes 20--50 Albumin 3.5--4.8 Globulin 1.6--3.2 Eosinophils 0.0--5.0 Alb/Glob 1.5--2.5 Abs. Neutrophils Bands Segments Coagulation Norm. Values Date Date Date Lipid Profile Norm.

Values Date Date Date Ptt 23.2--36.4 sec Total Chol. 50 Bleeding Time LDL

Date Date Date Amylase (36-128) Arterial Blood Gas Lipase ( 8-57) PH (7.35-7.45) Bile O2 saturation (>90%) PCO) HCO) PO) Urinalysis Norm. Values Date Date Date Other Lab Results: Color (straw or amber) Appearance (clear to hazy) Sp.Gravity (1.005-1.025) PH (4.5-8.0) Glucose (Negative) Ketones (Ketones) Other Lab Results: Blood (Negative) Protein (10-140mg/L) Bilirubin Urobilinogen (Negative 0-0.02) Nitrite (Negative) Leucocytes (Negative) Other Lab Results: RBC (0-3/hpf) Casts (0/1pf) WBC (0-4/hpf) Crystals RELATE THE CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF YOUR PATIENTS ABNORMAL LAB VALUES TO THE DISEASE PROCESS YOUR PATIENT IS EXPERIENCING (If any) Diagnostic Test & Results Date: Test Performed Location Results X-Ray MRI Scans Ultrasounds Others Date: Patient Assessment Mental/ Neuro Loc pt oriented times 4 HEENT Cardio HR: 80bpm regular BP: 140/100 Respiratory RR:21 Lungs Sound heard all lobes crackles on both bases.

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The comprehensive nursing care plan for Alejandro Medina, a 78-year-old male patient admitted following a traumatic car accident resulting in rib fractures and a shoulder dislocation, encompasses a thorough assessment, clear nursing diagnoses, and detailed planning and interventions to promote optimal recovery. This patient’s complex clinical picture includes multiple comorbidities such as hypertension, recent pneumonia, and mobility limitations due to injury, requiring a multifaceted approach rooted in evidence-based practice.

Initially, the patient presents with multiple abnormal laboratory findings that have significant implications on his overall health status. Elevated blood pressure (BP 140/100 mmHg), along with other laboratory results such as elevated BUN (20 mg/dL), creatinine (1.2 mg/dL), and an increased risk of dehydration, highlight renal function concerns frequently seen in elderly hypertensive patients (Kumar & Clark, 2016). The abnormal lipid profile, including elevated LDL cholesterol (>100 mg/dL) and total cholesterol, exacerbates his risk for cardiovascular complications, especially given his history of hypertension and recent immobilization (Ross et al., 2020).

Respiratory assessment reveals crackles in both lung bases, consistent with his history of pneumonia and ongoing pulmonary compromise. The presence of crackles indicates fluid accumulation or alveolar issues potentially exacerbated by restricted mobility and pain-limited deep breathing. This assessment underscores the critical need for proper respiratory management—interventions aimed at improving airway clearance, oxygenation, and preventing pneumonia progression (Benatar & Waksman, 2021).

The patient’s musculoskeletal assessment demonstrates a limited range of motion (ROM) due to pain associated with rib fractures, contributing to activity intolerance and increased risk for atelectasis and pneumonia. Additionally, his constipation signifies underlying gastrointestinal motility issues, possibly compounded by reduced mobility, opioid use, or dehydration (Stark & Lato, 2019).

Psychosocial factors, including age-related vulnerabilities, recent trauma, and potential discomfort or anxiety, necessitate ongoing mental health support in conjunction with physical care. The overall goal of the care plan is to facilitate pain relief, optimize respiratory function, restore mobility, and prevent complications, thus promoting both short-term stabilization and long-term recovery.

Nursing Diagnoses

  • Acute Pain related to physical injury (ribs fracture) as evidenced by patient reports of pain, guarding behavior, and restlessness.
  • Risk for Ineffective Breathing Pattern related to pain and musculoskeletal impairment evidenced by crackles, decreased deep breathing, and oxygen saturation concerns.
  • Activity Intolerance related to generalized weakness and pain, evidenced by fatigue, difficulty performing activities, and dyspnea.

Goals and Outcomes

Short-term goals include pain management tailored to the patient’s needs, improved respiratory status evidenced by clearer lung sounds and effective breathing, and increased mobility with assistance. Long-term goals focus on regaining independence, preventing pneumonia recurrence, and improving overall quality of life. Specific objectives include reducing pain to a tolerable level, maintaining oxygen saturation above 92%, and gradually increasing the patient’s activity level.

Interventions and Implementation

Nursing interventions for Alejandro focus on administering prescribed analgesics, encouraging deep breathing and coughing exercises to enhance alveolar expansion, and promoting mobility while minimizing discomfort. For pain management, NSAIDs or opioids are administered as appropriate, with vigilant assessment for side effects such as respiratory depression or gastrointestinal issues (Craig et al., 2020). Respiratory interventions include positioning strategies, chest physiotherapy, and oxygen therapy as indicated, with frequent monitoring of oxygen saturation and lung sounds (Wang & Liu, 2019). To address activity intolerance, planned progression of mobilization activities will be facilitated through assistance and motivational support, promoting tissue healing and preventing deconditioning.

Furthermore, addressing constipation involves bowel management strategies such as hydration, dietary modifications, and employing stool softeners or laxatives as needed, considering the patient’s age and comorbidities. Patient education emphasizes medication adherence, breathing exercises, activity increment, and warning signs requiring prompt medical attention. Regular assessment of vital signs, laboratory results, and physical status guides ongoing care adjustments.

Evaluation of Goals

The effectiveness of interventions is evaluated through ongoing monitoring of pain levels, respiratory status, mobility progress, and laboratory parameters. A decrease in pain intensity, improvement in breath sounds, increased activity tolerance, and stabilization of laboratory values indicate goal attainment. Adjustments to the care plan are made based on these assessments to optimize healing and prevent deterioration.

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