• Discuss the aetiology and pathophysiology of the patient’s presenting condition (LO1; LO3).
• Discuss the aetiology and pathophysiology of the patient’s presenting condition (LO1; LO3).
Internal code- MAS4468 Nursing Assignment Janet Jackson is a 40 year old woman. She is a single parent with three teenage children. She has been experiencing symptoms which has led to a diagnosis of uterine fibroids (leiomyomas). Janet has a history of depression and is a heavy smoker. Janet was admitted to hospital for a vaginal hysterectomy via spinal anaesthesia. After 2 hours in the post-anaesthetic recovery room (PARU) she was transferred to the ward. She has an indwelling urinary catheter insitu and patient controlled analgesia. Question In relation to Janet Jackson: • Discuss the aetiology and pathophysiology of the patient’s presenting condition (LO1; LO3). • Critically discuss the underlying pathophysiology of the patient’s post-operative deterioration. Prioritize, outline and justify the appropriate nursing management of the patient during this time (LO1; LO2; LO3; LO5: LO6) • Identify three (3) members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, apart from the primary medical and nursing team, who you would involve in the care of the patient before their discharge and provide justification for their involvement. (LO1; LO4: LO5; LO6) 12 total views, 2 views today
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