Lisa8361

Thank you so much for taking the time to address my little problem. I finally decided that a Nursing Diagnosis of Decreased Cardiac Output more fit the symptoms this patient is having. So I kind of did what you suggested and addressed the symtoms, in a long, round about way. Unfortunately, at this point in our clinic experience, we review the charts the night before and can only visit our patient long enough to introduce ourselves. It is a little frustrating trying to come up with a care plan for a patient you have not yet assessed. However, my guess is that the instructors are trying to get us used to how to go about creating a care plan. Somehow I know that sentence could make better sense, but I have just packed in the books for the night and am too tired to think straight. Thank you again for your assistance.

So far I have come up with: Decreased Cardiac Output R/t inadequate fluid volume AEB hypotension and Decreased Urinary output ( Interventions: Monitor vital signs with frequent monitoring of BP Monitor urine output with Foley catheter. Need three more therapeutic interventions? This is making my crazier than normal.

Hi all, I sure could use a gentle nudge in the right direction. I am trying to come up with a Nursing care plan for a patient with sepsis caused by bacterial pneumonia. Have been using Mosby's Nursing Care Plans book as a guide, but am having trouble find interventions that apply to my patient. While she is receiving antibiotics, most of her care is comfort only as she is facing end of life in the immediate future. Can only use one assessment intervention and no Risk for interventions. Any suggestions? Need five total