You are dispatched to an extended-care facility for a sick person. On arrival, you speak with the staff who tells you that Ms. Johnson just started acting differently and is slow to respond. Your assessment reveals that she is febrile and has vomited. When you move her to the cot, you notice a stage 3 ulcer on her buttock. What could you assume from her condition?
A) This is most probably due to abuse. Report the facility to the appropriate authorities.
B) This is an acute illness requiring rapid intervention.
C) The signs could be masking a more serious issue, like a cardiac event.
D) She is probably suffering from sepsis due to infection of the ulcer. She probably needs an IV and supportive care from you, but antibiotics and wound care will be needed for recovery.
Question 2
You are called to the scene of a sexual assault. You are presented with a 19-year-old female who is withdrawn and sitting in a corner in her bedroom. Which of the following questions is appropriate to ask?
A) How much alcohol did you have to drink before this happened?
B) Do you know if you were penetrated?
C) Did the perpetrator ejaculate?
D) Are you injured anywhere?
Nurses may collaborate with social workers, physicians, and other members of the health care team to
Patients should be encouraged to bring to their health care visit all the substances that they take,
Mammography. (a) A health-care professional assists the patient to ensure the breast is placed ideal
Examples of Health Care Plans
Leininger's Culutral Care Theory
Standard Precautions for the Care of all Patients in All Health Care Settings