assignment attached

Write an 800-1,000 word essay on your personal worldview. Briefly discuss the various possible meanings of the term “spirituality,” and your understanding of the concepts of pluralism, scientism, and postmodernism. Primarily, address the following seven basic worldview questions:

  1. What is prime reality?
  2. What is the nature of the world around you?
  3. What is a human being?
  4. What happens to a person at death?
  5. Why is it possible to know anything at all?
  6. How do people know what is right or wrong?
  7. What is the meaning of human history?

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

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Personal Worldview Inventory

1) Identify a company currently listed on a public exchange (eg., Nasdaq) or a business with a readily available set of financial statements, and include the set of the financial statements in the appendix of your assignment.
2) Develop a set of financial ratios from the aforementioned financial statements and provide an opinion on the financial health of the company. Highlight the major financial components of the entity and explain and/ or analyze areas that you believe it is performing well, if at all, and your interpretation/ rationale.
3) While not required, you may introduce assumptions if the information within the published financials are incomplete.  The assumptions made should be identified and included in the written submission. Grading of the assignment will consider the plausibility, detail and basis of the assumptions.
4) Based on your analysis, highlight areas that you believe the entity may pursue in order to expand/ grow its operations. You may also consider areas that it may consider to minimize exposure to various risks. Grading will be based on the realism of your strategy. This is optional, though an opportunity to score additional marks.
For this assignment, you should first complete the Management Skills Exercise from Chapter 8 in the Organizational Behavior textbook.
Using Microsoft Word, write a 1-2 page response paper that addresses the following:
After completing the Management Skills Exercise in Organizational Behavior textbook, reflect on the ratings you gave your supervisor and your workplace. Explain or even defend your evaluation, explore whether there are any rating biases, and consider where you got the most or least feedback from your job.
In your paper be sure to provide a clear linkage to the concepts from the reading and at least the following learning objective: Employ critical language and evaluate its effectiveness (LO2).
Submission Format
Any sources used should be properly cited in APA format.
text book: https://openstax.org/books/organizational-behavior/pages/8-management-skills-application-exercises
For this milestone, submit your organ system assessment to the discussion.
For your initial post, describe the organ system you have chosen for the final project in a bulleted list. You must include the following items:

  • Anatomical location of the particular organ system – Be specific – Describe the location of your given system or the organs that comprise it. You can explain their location relative to other organs or systems using directional terms (such as superior, inferior, medial, lateral, anterior or posterior) or include the body cavities or abdominal regions/quadrants in which they can be found.
  • Key anatomical features – which organs comprise this system? What can you tell me about their structure?
  • Key physiological functions – what is the function of this system and the organs that comprise it?
  • Histology – What types of cells or tissues are unique to this system? This websitecan be helpful. (Find your system on the left side of the webpage and click on it to access this information).
  • Some interesting facts, findings, or health issues related to this system.

In Part 4 of the course textbook, there are 12 mini cases. Select and read one mini case. For this discission, you will identify the case and provide a summary of the key elements of the case you selected. Based on the case you selected, explain how the case assists in formulating a corporate strategy.

Soap Note 2 Chronic Conditions

Soap Note Chronic Conditions (15 Points)

Pick any Chronic Disease from Weeks 6-10

Soap notes will be uploaded to Moodle and put through TURN-It-In (anti-Plagiarism program)
 Follow the MRU Soap Note Rubric as a guide

Turn it in Score must be less than 50% or will not be accepted for credit, must be your own work and in your own words. You can resubmit, Final submission will be accepted if less than 50%. Copy paste from websites or textbooks will not be accepted or tolerated. Please see College Handbook with reference to Academic Misconduct Statement

SOAP NOTE SAMPLE FORMAT FOR MRC

Name:  LP

Date: 

Time: 1315

Age: 30

Sex: F

SUBJECTIVE

CC:  

“I am having vaginal itching and pain in my lower abdomen.”

HPI:  

Pt is a 30y/o AA female, who is   a new patient that has recently moved to Miami. She seeks treatment today after   unsuccessful self-treatment of vaginal itching, burning upon urination, and   lower abdominal pain. She is concerned   for the presence of a vaginal or bladder infection, or an STD. Pt denies fever. She reports the itching and burning with   urination has been present for 3 weeks, and the abdominal pain has been   intermittent since months ago. Pt has   tried OTC products for the itching, including Monistat and Vagisil. She denies any other urinary symptoms,   including urgency or frequency. She   describes the abdominal pain as either sharp or dull. The pain level goes as high as 8 out of 10   at times. 200mg of PO Advil PRN reduces   the pain to a 7/10. Pt denies any   aggravating factors for the pain. Pt   reports that she did start her menstrual cycle this morning, but denies any   other discharge other that light bleeding beginning today. Pt denies douching or the use of any vaginal   irritants. She reports that she is in   a stable sexual relationship, and denies any new sexual partners in the last   90 days. She denies any recent or   historic known exposure to STDs. She   reports the use of condoms with every coital experience, as well as this   being her only form of contraceptive. She reports normal monthly menstrual cycles that last 3-4 days. She reports dysmenorrhea, which she also   takes Advil for. She reports her last   PAP smear was in 7/2016, was normal, and reports never having an abnormal PAP   smear result. Pt denies any hx of   pregnancies. Other medical hx includes   GERD. She reports that she has an Rx   for Protonix, but she does not take it every day. Her family hx includes the presence of DM   and HTN. 

Current Medications: 

Protonix 40mg PO Daily for GERD

MTV OTC PO Daily

Advil 200mg OTC PO PRN for pain

PMHx:

Allergies:  

NKA & NKDA

Medication Intolerances: 

Denies

Chronic Illnesses/Major traumas

GERD

Hospitalizations/Surgeries

Denies

Family History

Father- DM & HTN; Mother-   HTN; Older sister- DM & HTN; Maternal and paternal grandparents without   known medical issues; 1 brother and 3 other sisters without known medical   issues; No children.

Social History

Lives alone. Currently in a stable sexual relationship   with one man. Works for DEFACS. Reports occasional alcohol use, but denies   tobacco or illicit drug use.

ROS

General 

Denies weight change, fatigue,   fever, night sweats

Cardiovascular

Denies chest pain and edema.   Reports rare palpitations that are relieved by drinking water

Skin

Denies any wounds, rashes,   bruising, bleeding or skin discolorations, any changes in lesions

Respiratory

Denies cough. Reports dyspnea   that accompanies the rare palpitations and is also relieved by drinking water

Eyes

Denies corrective lenses,   blurring, visual changes of any kind

Gastrointestinal

Abdominal pain (see HPI) and Hx   of GERD. Denies N/V/D, constipation,   appetite changes

Ears

Denies Ear pain, hearing loss,   ringing in ears

Genitourinary/Gynecological

Reports burning with urination,   but denies frequency or urgency. Contraceptive and STD prevention includes condoms with every coital   event. Current stable sexual   relationship with one man. Denies   known historic or recent STD exposure. Last PAP was 7/2016 and normal.   Regular monthly menstrual cycle lasting 3-4 days. 

Nose/Mouth/Throat

Denies sinus problems,   dysphagia, nose bleeds or discharge

Musculoskeletal

Denies back pain, joint   swelling, stiffness or pain

Breast

Denies SBE

Neurological

Denies syncope, seizures,   paralysis, weakness

Heme/Lymph/Endo

Denies bruising, night sweats,   swollen glands

Psychiatric

Denies depression, anxiety,   sleeping difficulties

OBJECTIVE

Weight   140lb 

Temp -97.7

BP 123/82

Height 5’4”

Pulse 74

Respiration   18

General Appearance

Healthy appearing adult female   in no acute distress. Alert and oriented; answers questions appropriately. 

Skin

Skin is normal color for   ethnicity, warm, dry, clean and intact. No rashes or lesions noted.

HEENT

Head is norm cephalic, hair   evenly distributed. Neck: Supple. Full ROM. Teeth are in good repair.

Cardiovascular

S1, S2 with regular rate and   rhythm. No extra heart sounds. 

Respiratory

Symmetric chest walls.   Respirations regular and easy; lungs clear to auscultation bilaterally.

Gastrointestinal

Abdomen flat; BS active in all   4 quadrants. Abdomen soft, suprapubic tender. No hepatosplenomegaly.  

Genitourinary

Suprapubic tenderness   noted. Skin color normal for   ethnicity. Irritation noted at labia   majora, minora, and perineum. No ulcerated lesions noted. Lymph nodes not   palpable. Vagina pink and moist   without lesions. Discharge minimal,   thick, dark red, no odor. Cervix pink   without lesions. No CMT. Uterus normal size, shape, and consistency.  

Musculoskeletal

Full ROM seen in all 4   extremities as patient moved about the exam room.

Neurological 

Speech clear. Good tone.   Posture erect. Balance stable; gait normal.

Psychiatric

Alert and oriented. Dressed in   clean clothes. Maintains eye contact. Answers questions appropriately.

Lab Tests

Urinalysis – blood noted (pt.   on menstrual period), but results negative for infection

Urine culture testing   unavailable

Wet prep – inconclusive 

STD testing pending for   gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HIV, HSV 1 & 2, Hep B & C 

Special Tests- No ordered at this time.

Diagnosis 

Differential Diagnoses

  • 1-Bacterial Vaginosis (N76.0)
  • 2- Malignant neoplasm of female genital organ,         unspecified. (C57.9)
  • 3-Gonococcal infection, unspecified. (A54.9)

Diagnosis

o Urinary   tract infection, site not specified. (N39.0) Candidiasis of vulva and vagina.   (B37.3) secondary to presenting symptoms (Colgan & Williams, 2011) &   (Hainer & Gibson, 2011). 

Plan/Therapeutics

  • Plan:  
    • Medication – 

§ Terconazole   cream 1 vaginal application QHS for 7 days for Vulvovaginal Candidiasis; 

§ Sulfamethoxazole/TMP   DS 1 tablet PO twice daily for 3 days for UTI (Woo & Wynne, 2012)

  • Education – 

§ Medications   prescribed. 

§ UTI and   Candidiasis symptoms, causes, risks, treatment, prevention. Reasons to seek   emergent care, including N/V, fever, or back pain. 

§ STD risks   and preventions. 

§ Ulcer   prevention, including taking Protonix as prescribed, not exceeding the   recommended dose limit of NSAIDs, and not taking NSAIDs on an empty   stomach. 

  • Follow-up – 

§ Pt will be   contacted with results of STD studies. 

§ Return to   clinic when finished the period for perform pap-smear or if symptoms do not   resolve with prescribed TX.

References

Colgan, R. & Williams, M. (2011). Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis. American Family Physician, 84(7), 771-776

Hainer, B. & Gibson, M. (2011). Vaginitis: Diagnosis and Treatment. American Family Physician, 83(7), 807-815. 

Woo, T. M., & Wynne, A. L. (2012). Pharmacotherapeutics for Nurse Practitioner Prescribers (3rd ed.). Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis Company.

Sample Soap Note Template (2)

PATIENT INFORMATION

Name: Mr. W.S.

Age: 65-year-old

Sex: Male

Source: Patient

Allergies: None

Current Medications: Atorvastatin tab 20 mg, 1-tab PO at bedtime

PMH: Hypercholesterolemia

Immunizations: Influenza last 2018-year, tetanus, and hepatitis A and B 4 years ago.

Surgical History: Appendectomy 47 years ago.

Family History: Father- died 81 does not report information

 Mother-alive, 88 years old, Diabetes Mellitus, HTN

Daughter-alive, 34 years old, healthy

Social Hx: No smoking history or illicit drug use, occasional alcoholic beverage consumption on social celebrations. Retired, widow, he lives alone.

SUBJECTIVE:

Chief complain: “headaches” that started two weeks ago

Symptom analysis/HPI:

The patient is 65 years old male who complaining of episodes of headaches and on 3 different occasions blood pressure was measured, which was high (159/100, 158/98 and 160/100 respectively). Patient noticed the problem started two weeks ago and sometimes it is accompanied by dizziness. He states that he has been under stress in his workplace for the last month.

Patient denies chest pain, palpitation, shortness of breath, nausea or vomiting.

ROS:

CONSTITUTIONAL: Denies fever or chills. Denies weakness or weight loss. NEUROLOGIC: Headache and dizziness as describe above. Denies changes in LOC. Denies history of tremors or seizures. 

HEENT: HEAD: Denies any head injury, or change in LOC. Eyes: Denies any changes in vision, diplopia or blurred vision. Ear: Denies pain in the ears. Denies loss of hearing or drainage. Nose: Denies nasal drainage, congestion. THROAT: Denies throat or neck pain, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing.

Respiratory: Patient denies shortness of breath, cough or hemoptysis.

Cardiovascular: No chest pain, tachycardia. No orthopnea or paroxysmal nocturnal

dyspnea.

Gastrointestinal: Denies abdominal pain or discomfort. Denies flatulence, nausea, vomiting or

diarrhea.

Genitourinary: Denies hematuria, dysuria or change in urinary frequency. Denies difficulty starting/stopping stream of urine or incontinence.

MUSCULOSKELETAL: Denies falls or pain. Denies hearing a clicking or snapping sound.

Skin: No change of coloration such as cyanosis or jaundice, no rashes or pruritus.

Objective Data

CONSTITUTIONAL: Vital signs: Temperature: 98.5 °F, Pulse: 87, BP: 159/92 mmhg, RR 20, PO2-98% on room air, Ht- 6’4”, Wt 200 lb, BMI 25. Report pain 0/10.

General appearance: The patient is alert and oriented x 3. No acute distress noted. NEUROLOGIC: Alert, CNII-XII grossly intact, oriented to person, place, and time. Sensation intact to bilateral upper and lower extremities. Bilateral UE/LE strength 5/5.

HEENT: Head: Normocephalic, atraumatic, symmetric, non-tender. Maxillary sinuses no tenderness. Eyes: No conjunctival injection, no icterus, visual acuity and extraocular eye movements intact. No nystagmus noted. Ears: Bilateral canals patent without erythema, edema, or exudate. Bilateral tympanic membranes intact, pearly gray with sharp cone of light. Maxillary sinuses no tenderness. Nasal mucosa moist without bleeding. Oral mucosa moist without lesions,.Lids non-remarkable and appropriate for race.

Neck: supple without cervical lymphadenopathy, no jugular vein distention, no thyroid swelling or masses.

Cardiovascular: S1S2, regular rate and rhythm, no murmur or gallop noted. Capillary refill < 2 sec.

Respiratory: No dyspnea or use of accessory muscles observed. No egophony, whispered pectoriloquy or tactile fremitus on palpation. Breath sounds presents and clear bilaterally on auscultation.

Gastrointestinal: No mass or hernia observed. Upon auscultation, bowel sounds present in all four quadrants, no bruits over renal and aorta arteries. Abdomen soft non-tender, no guarding, no rebound no distention or organomegaly noted on palpation

Musculoskeletal: No pain to palpation. Active and passive ROM within normal limits, no stiffness.

Integumentary: intact, no lesions or rashes, no cyanosis or jaundice.

Assessment 

Essential (Primary) Hypertension (ICD10 I10): Given the symptoms and high blood pressure (156/92 mmhg), classified as stage 2. Once the organic cause of hypertension has been ruled out, such as renal, adrenal or thyroid, this diagnosis is confirmed.

Differential diagnosis:

Ø Renal artery stenosis (ICD10 I70.1)

Ø Chronic kidney disease (ICD10 I12.9)

Ø Hyperthyroidism (ICD10 E05.90)

Plan

Diagnosis is based on the clinical evaluation through history, physical examination, and routine laboratory tests to assess risk factors, reveal identifiable causes and detect target-organ damage, including evidence of cardiovascular disease.

These basic laboratory tests are:

· CMP

· Complete blood count

· Lipid profile

· Thyroid-stimulating hormone

· Urinalysis

· Electrocardiogram

Ø Pharmacological treatment: 

The treatment of choice in this case would be:

Thiazide-like diuretic and/or a CCB

· Hydrochlorothiazide tab 25 mg, Initial dose: 25 mg orally once daily. 

Ø Non-Pharmacologic treatment

· Weight loss

· Healthy diet (DASH dietary pattern): Diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products with reduced content of saturated and trans l fat

· Reduced intake of dietary sodium: <1,500 mg/d is optimal goal but at least 1,000 mg/d reduction in most adults

· Enhanced intake of dietary potassium

· Regular physical activity (Aerobic): 90–150 min/wk.

· Tobacco cessation

· Measures to release stress and effective coping mechanisms.

Education

· Provide with nutrition/dietary information.

· Daily blood pressure monitoring at home twice a day for 7 days, keep a record, bring the record on the next visit with her PCP

· Instruction about medication intake compliance. 

· Education of possible complications such as stroke, heart attack, and other problems.

· Patient was educated on course of hypertension, as well as warning signs and symptoms, which could indicate the need to attend the E.R/U.C. Answered all pt. questions/concerns. Pt verbalizes understanding to all

Follow-ups/Referrals

· Evaluation with PCP in 1 weeks for managing blood pressure and to evaluate current hypotensive therapy. Urgent Care visit prn.

· No referrals needed at this time.

References

Domino, F., Baldor, R., Golding, J., Stephens, M. (2017). The 5-Minute Clinical Consult 2017 (25th ed.). Print (The 5-Minute Consult Series).

Codina Leik, M. T. (2014). Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Intensive Review (2nd ed.). ISBN 978-0-8261-3424-0

Chronic Conditions:

Diseases   and Disorders of the Renal/GU System

· Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

· Bladder Cancer

· Glomerulonephritis

· Hematuria

· Hydronephrosis

· Interstitial Cystitis

· Priapism

· Prostate Cancer

· Prostatic Hyperplasia, Benign (BPH)

· Prostatitis

· Pyelonephritis

· Testicular Torsion

· Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Diseases   and Disorders of the Endocrine System

· Addison Disease

· Cushing Syndrome

· Diabetes

· Graves Disease

· Hyper-, Hypoparathyroidism

· Hyper-, Hypothyroidism

· Myasthenia Gravis

· Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion

Diseases   and Disorders of the Gastrointestinal System

· Ascites

· Appendicitis

· Celiac Disease

· Cholelithiasis

· Cirrhosis

· Clostridium Difficile (C. Diff)

· Colitis

· Crohn’s Disease

· Constipation

· Diarrhea

· Diverticulitis

· Esophageal Varices

Diseases   and Disorders of the Gastrointestinal System

· Gastritis

· Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

· Hemorrhoids 

· Hepatic Encephalopathy

· Hepatitis

· Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

· Pancreatic Cancer

· Pancreatitis

· PepticUlcerDisease (Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome)

· Salmonella Infection

The Interrelationship Between Theory, Knowledge, and Research and Evidence-Based Practice

Fawcett and Garity (2009) present an overview of the relationship between theory, knowledge, research, nursing research, and evidence-based practice (see attached file). As you prepare for this Discussion, reflect on your own specialty area and consider how the authors’ definitions of evidence-based practice and of research align with your understanding of these concepts based on your professional experiences and your experiences as a doctoral student embarking on your EBP Project.

To prepare:

  • Reflect on Fawcett and Garity’s definitions      of knowledge, theory, research and evidence-based      practice presented in the Learning Resources. How do these      definitions align with your understanding of the concepts?
  • How does this interrelationship support or      guide your EBP Project?

By Wednesday 9/19/18 by 1:00 am please write a minimum of 550 words essay in APA format with at least 3 scholarly references from the list of required resources below. Include the level 1 headings as numbered below:

Post a cohesive scholarly response that addresses the following:

1) How do Fawcett and Garity’s (see attached file)definitions align with your understanding of knowledge, theory, research and evidence-based practice? Support your response with evidence from the literature (quote the literature below in the required readings).

2) Discuss the interrelationship between theory, knowledge, research and evidence-based practice.

3) How does this interrelationship support or guide your EBP Project?

Required Readings

Terry, A. J. (2018). Clinical research for the Doctor of Nursing practice (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.

With your EBP project in mind, select and read the chapter that best fits your proposed methodologies: (I can attach the following chapters, let me know if you don’t have them and need me to attach them)

  • Chapter      6, “Designing a Clinically-Based Quantitative Capstone Research Project”
  • Chapter      7, “Designing a Clinically-Based Qualitative Capstone Research Project”
  • Chapter      8, “Designing a Clinically-Based Mixed Method Capstone Research Project”

Fawcett, J., & Garity, J. (2009). Chapter 1: Research and evidence-based nursing practice. In Evaluating Research for Evidence-Based Nursing, (pp. 3-20). Philadelphia, PA: F. A. Davis.

Adams, J.M., & Natarajan, S. (2016). Understanding influence within the context of nursing: Development of the Adams influence model using practice, research, and theory. Advances in Nursing Science, 39(3), E40-E56. 

Djulbergovic, B. (2014). A framework to bridge the gaps between evidence-based medicine, health outcomes, and improvement and implementation science. Journal of Oncology Practice, 10(3), 200-202. 

Hutchinson, A.M., Bioeth, M., Wilkinson, J.E., Kent, B., & Harrison, M.B. (2012). Using the promoting action on research implementation in health services framework to guide research use in the practice setting. Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing, First Quarter, 59-61.

Leung, K., Trevena, L., & Waters, D. (2014). Systematic review of instruments for measuring nurses’ knowledge, skills and attitudes for evidence-based practice. Journal of Advanced Nursing 70(10), 2181–2195.

Leung, K., Trevena, L., & Waters, D. (2016). Development of a competency framework for evidence-based practice in nursing. Nurse Education Today, 39, 189-196. 

PIICOT Question

In patients in extended intensive care within an urban acute care facility in Eastern United States, how does early mobilization as recommended by National Institute of Health and Care Excellence clinical guidelines on rehabilitation of patients after critical illness impact early transfers from intensive care as measured 6 months post-implementation when compared to the current standard of care including minimal mobilization of patients?

P: Adult patients 

I: in extended intensive care within an urban acute care facility

I: increased mobilization of the patients 

C: minimal mobilization of the patients

O: early transfers of the patients from intensive care

T: 6 months

Question Description

In this written assignment, identify one specific contemporary issue or trend that you are interested in learning more about. Choose from the categories below. For example you might want to learn more about why it is more difficult for some groups to receive care than others, which would fall under Client Access to Care. Or, you might want to compare nursing practice in the U.S. with how nurses practice in Japan, which would fall under the category of Global Healthcare and Nursing.

  • Global Healthcare and Nursing
  • Healthcare Reform
  • U.S. Healthcare Financing
  • Nursing’s Role in the U.S. Healthcare System
  • Integrative Healthcare
  • Nursing Leadership and Management
  • Nursing Education
  • Nursing Practice
  • Nursing Professionalism
  • Advancing Nursing as a Profession
  • Client Access to Care
  • Delivering Client Care
  • Interdisciplinary Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Ethical Practices in Healthcare
  • Quality and Safety in Healthcare Delivery
  • Health/Nursing Informatics

Once the issue or trend is identified, find five important/significant facts about it, substantiated by an evidence-based article or reference. Include the article or references in your submission.

Submit your completed assignment by following the directions linked below. Please check the Course Calendar for specific due dates.

Save your assignment as a Microsoft Word document. (Mac users, please remember to append the ‘.docx’ extension to the filename.) The name of the file should be your first initial and last name, followed by an underscore and the name of the assignment, and an underscore and the date. An example is shown below:

Jstudent_exampleproblem_101504

Consider the scenario below, then follow the instructions underneath it to complete the discussion. If appropriate, support your position with credible resources/examples/evidence and provide APA references.
Mr. B, a 70-year-old male client, presented to his primary care physician with complaints of blurred vision and headaches over the last two months. On several visits, Mr. B’s blood pressure was found to be elevated, so the physician started him on hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg by mouth daily. One month later, Mr. B began to have chest pains and shortness of breath, so his primary care provider referred Mr. B to a cardiologist for further evaluation.
The cardiologist ordered an echocardiogram and stress test which revealed heart enlargement and a reduced ejection fraction (volume of blood pumped out of the heart per minute). As a result, the cardiologist started Mr. B on a beta-blocker (metoprolol 25 mg by mouth daily).
A few days after taking the new medication (in addition to the hydrochlorothiazide ordered by the primary physician), Mr. B suffered a fall at home. Upon arrival at the emergency room, Mr. B’s blood pressure was 80/50. The emergency room physician suspected the cause of Mr. B’s fall was hypotension secondary to the medications he was taking. The ER physician recommended that Mr. B follow up with his primary care physician and cardiologist, but hold the medication until seen by them.
As recommended, Mr. B visits his primary care physician for a follow-up. During the visit, Mr. B’s blood pressure is found to be elevated (160/90), so his physician tells Mr. B to restart taking his blood pressure medication.
Imagine that you are the nurse attending to Mr. B and that he indicates that he’s afraid to restart the medication because of his recent fall.
1. What considerations/actions should the nurse make regarding the client’s refusal to restart his blood pressure medication?
2. What considerations/actions would have helped the healthcare team to prevent the client’s fall?