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For which patient can the nurse safely delegate morning care to the nursing assistive personnel (NAP) ? Assume an experienced NAP,and base your decision on patient condition.Assume there are no complications other than the conditions stated.
A) 32-year-old admitted with a closed head injury
B) 76-year-old admitted with septic shock
C) 62-year-old who underwent surgical repair of a bowel obstruction 2 days ago
D) 23-year-old admitted with an exacerbation of asthma with dyspnea on exertion
Nursing Assistive Personnel
Nursing assistive personnel are trained healthcare workers who support nurses in providing basic patient care under supervision.
Closed Head Injury
A type of traumatic brain injury where the skull remains intact, but the brain is damaged due to a blow to the head or sudden, violent motion.
Septic Shock
A severe condition resulting from an overwhelming immune response to infection leading to dangerously low blood pressure and organ damage.
- Acknowledge the necessity and strategies for preserving patient well-being and security during hygiene assistance.
- Acquire knowledge about how specific illnesses affect hygiene maintenance.
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Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the necessity and strategies for preserving patient well-being and security during hygiene assistance.
- Acquire knowledge about how specific illnesses affect hygiene maintenance.
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