Case Study: Mr. D.
Directions: Read the case study below. Evaluate the information and formulate a conclusion based on your evaluation. Complete the critical thinking table and submit this completed template to the assignment dropbox.
Case Study: Mr. D.
It is necessary for an RN-BSN-prepared nurse to demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the pathophysiological processes of disease, the clinical manifestations and treatment protocols, and how they affect clients across the life span.
Evaluate the Health History and Medical Information for Mr. D., presented below.
Health History and Medical Information
Mr. D. is a 65-year-old male nonadherence diabetic with end-stage renal disease receiving dialysis. He is a retired certified public accountant in the last 5 years and practices the Muslim faith. He reports that he avoids all pork products. His complaints included decreased balance, loss of sensation, fear of falling, and decreased endurance during activities of daily living due to the effects of dialysis treatment. Patient’s previous medical evaluation includes end stage renal disease (ESRD) on dialysis and referral for recommendations for initiating exercise program. Patient comorbidities include obesity with a body mass index (BMI) of 45, type II diabetes mellitus with long-term insulin use, hypertension, sleep apnea, depression with lack of family support and understanding, and diabetic neuropathy. Patient denies suicidal ideation but does report feelings of loneliness and helplessness. Mr. D. reports increasing shortness of breath with activity, swollen ankles, and pruritus over the last 6 months.
Objective Data:
1. Height: 68 inches; weight 134.5 kg
2. BP: 140/94, HR 84, RR 22
3. 2+ pitting edema bilateral feet and ankles
4. Fasting blood glucose: 146 mg/dL
5. Total cholesterol: 250 mg/dL
6. Triglycerides: 312 mg/dL
7. HDL: 30 mg/dL
8. Serum creatinine 1.8 mg/dL
9. BUN 32 mg/dl
10. GRF (glomerular filtration rate)-13mL/min
Clinical Manifestations Describe the clinical |
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Potential Health Risks for Identify the potential health |
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Identify the potential health |
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How does Mr. D.’s |
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Describe the common considerations with insulin use for |
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Pathophysiology of Renal Explain the pathophysiology |
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Explain the pathophysiology |
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Describe in detail the |
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Explain the potential factors |
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Functional Evaluate of Mr. D.’s |
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Evaluate each of Mr. D.’s |
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Discuss at least five actual |
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Nursing Health Management and Provide ESRD nursing |
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Provide ESRD nursing |
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Develop a patient education |
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Assume Mr. D. lives in your |
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Discuss the nurse’s role in using |
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