4labdogs

I just started the Excelsior program and I am wondering if there are in students in my area of Mid Michigan?

I was already thinking hypoglycemia. But I was thinking that was just to quick and easy. Not so much of critical thinking. I thought info that would be helpful was his recent BP R and last BS. Maybe some Hx on his cardiac condition may be helpful too. It could be helpful to see if he is on insulin and when he received it last. Thank you for reminding me that the nursing process will help make this easier! Could it be he just woke up and some men just mumble. LOL. I think knowing his vitals and BS is very important. Thanks for the help so far.

Male 68 yo cardiac/diabetic patient is acting oddly. During night shift report, the RN told you that he was alert and oriented. When you talk to him about his breakfast, he mumbles to himself and doesn't talk clearly. You ask a question and he doesn't answer you. What do you think is happening here? What is the problem or issue at hand? What assumptions (beliefs) have you formed regarding your identified problem? Is there any other information that you would like to have that is not included in the scenario? Select the "best" resolution (method to resolve the problem) you'd like to use: Write one positive and one negative outcome for the method you decided to use to resolve this problem: Method: _________________________________________________ Positive: What "good" would happen if you used this activity or method to resolve the problem? Negative: What "bad" would happen if you used this activity or method to resolve the problem?

So how much study effort did you put into the nc7 before you took the practice exams? Did you use any of lisa Arrends pratice exams and did they help? I have been pondering this material for a very long time but think I am just too afraid to jump in and do it. Any advice?