Urinary Tract Infection: A Case Study

Accompanied with these devices is the risk of infection, causing localized infection up to systemic infections. Improved nursing care and patient education for CVC’s can potentially have a monumental impact on the percentage of patients that encounter contamination and subsequent infection related to these implanted access ports. Several risk factors have been identified that may aide with this resolution. Early placements of CVCs before patients encounter deterioration of functional systems and immunocompromised circulation systems. Extended use of catheters contributes to the risk of infection and damage at the insertion site of the device.

Abdominal compartment syndrome : At risk population: Patients with circumferential abdominal burns Pediatric patients Patients receiving more than 6 ml/kg/%TBSA of resuscitation fluids Urgent decompression is required in patients with intraabdominal pressure more than 20 mm of hg. This pressure is usually measured with intraluminal bladder pressure using foley’s catheter. 2. Pulmonary complications: Over hydrated burn patients are at risk of developing pneumonia. These patients have decreased mucociliary clearance, are immunocompromised and may require tracheal intubation which predisposes them to develop

Evidence based practice is a big part of the medical field and what we as nurses use to take care of patients in the hospital. An example would be the sterilization technique of catheterization and the importance of pericare before inserting a catheter into a patient. Sterilization technique ensures that there is no introduction of bacterial agents that may cause serious infectious such as sepsis, and death. Even if a nurse is using the best devices, it does not matter without proper sanitary care (The Fight Against UTIs Continues, 2011). Pericare is an essential component of caring for a patient with a catheter.

vancomycin) until the culture results are available. Problem 3 ( Due for Rotavirus immunization): Rotavirus is a common cause of Child will be scheduled for Rotarix administration. Rotarix is highly effective in preventing rotavirus related gastroenteritis and has been shown to be effective according to studies conducted in the united states. Also encouraging the mother to bring W020 in for regular checkups and make sure she is up date with her vaccinations to avoid any future complications. Problem 4-5 (Educating mother on proper hygiene and lack of access to clean drinking water): To provide instructions to mother on proper hygienic practices that can significantly reduced the risk of transmitting water-borne diseases.

Sepsis is a possibly life-threatening condition. It is the body 's response to an infection that causes a cascade of events and symptoms that lead to a diagnosis of sepsis. Early diagnosis is crucial in preventing the severe and serious complications that can ensue. Care is supportive and directed at preventing multi-organ failure by promoting aggressive volume resuscitation in order to reverse the effects of tissue hypoxia. Contrastingly, studies show that excessive fluid therapy can lead to increased complications, length of stay in the ICU, and

The best way is to practice hand washing before and after patient contact. Whether a patient is in the emergency room (ER) or admitted to a regular or critical care unit, they will need venous access for administrations of fast acting, IV fluids, and emergency medications. A nurse, physician assistant, or an anesthesiologist will insert the IV. It is kept in place with a sterile, transparent occlusive dressing. A central intravenous line can stay in a longer time, but we will be addressing peripheral IV’s, their indwelling time will be determined according to hospital policy.

Yes, total arch surgery has a high risk of death during or soon after operation but total arch surgery can be performed with slight variations in stenting and grafting that can make it much safer. There are many variations in options during surgeries and differences among studies on type A aortic dissection. Some of these include: surgical skill, difference in exact dissection patient to patient, patient conditions, precise location of intimal tear, diameter of arch, definitions of early mortality and other terms, how often data was obtained, technical and device differences, number of patients in study, health status and conditions of patients, anesthetic management, surgical techniques, strategies of brain protection and stent use/type of stent. I believe it ultimately comes down to the individual patient. Age, condition, severity and so much more

Role of Government in Growth and Decline of Hospitals in the United States The federal government plays several different roles in the American health care arena, including the provider of health care services, the purchaser of care, Quality regulator and sponsor of research, education and training programs for professionals. Each of these roles has both positive and negative effects on the system. This paper elaborates the role of government in growth as well as the decline of one of these arenas, Hospitals. Hospitals have transformed from primitive institutions of social welfare to consolidated systems of health services delivery. Evolution of Hospital system Between the early 1800 to 2000 United States

Patient has knowledge deficit related to postoperative nutritional care after total gastrectomy. Nursing Intervention for nutritional risk: Observe the tube insertion site. See if there is any inflammation, redness,swelling or tenderness. Ensure the dressing is intact and changed everyday to monitor the sign of infection and prevent

In the world of palliative care, nurses have the responsibility to provide conform and care to all the patients. In this regard, constipation and obstruction are not limitations to the nurse’s will to provide treatments. However, based on the patient’s poor intake of fluid and fiber, constipation can develop and contribute to worsening complications such as bowel obstruction, fecal impaction, diverticulosis, or even colon cancer. Dr. Mercola in his article, “Constipation Emergencies on the Rise,” argues that constipation has also been shown to increase the risk of colon cancer and has been implicated in diverticulosis and appendicitis (2015). Supported by the article, constipation without treatments can lead to massive consequences.

Cannulation requires careful co-ordination between surgeon and perfusionist to avoid air embolus formation which is associated with significant morbidity as the brain is susceptible to injury from micro-embolisms(Moorjani, Viola and Ohri, 2011). This should then be monitored at regular intervals whilst on bypass by the perfusionist (Curle et al., 2007; Hwang and Sinclair, 1997). After cannulation, high pressure within the aortic cannula might indicate a problem with the positioning of the cannula, such as inside a false lumen or the wall creating a iatrogenic dissection(Khonsari, Sintek and Ardehali, 2008). It is for this reason that it should be announced by the perfusionist whether or not a “good swing” is achieved to confirm lumen placement(Moorjani, Viola and Ohri, 2011; Hwang and Sinclair, 1997). The other two alarms which turn off the pump if activated are

A major focus of many hospitals, national organizations, and insurers is preventing pressure ulcers. a. Describe the pathophysiology of pressure ulcer formation. Pressure ulcers are “ischemic ulcers resulting from unrelieved pressure, shearing forces, friction, and moisture. The most significant cause is pressure that consistently interrupts arterial and venous blood flow to and from the skin or deeper tissue”(McCance & Huether, 2014, p. 1625).

My second question relates to an intervention of the VAP bundle. In the mechanically intubated patient, how does the use of chlorhexidine mouthwash, compared to the use of alternative oral care products affect the VAP bundle? There has been a big push towards oral hygiene care in mechanically ventilated patients. Through evidenced-based practice, this single intervention could significantly change the outcome. “Oral hygiene care, using mouthwash, gel toothbrush, or combination, together with the aspiration of secretions may reduce the risk of VAP in these patients” (Shi, 2013, p. 3).

Analgesics and non-pharmacologic approaches will be helpful to ease her pain and anxiety(Fink, 2000). As for her safety, the bed must be lowered down, side rails up if necessary and all her needs must be placed within her reach. In addition, nurses should use the appropriate antibiotic prophylaxis, as she will be undergoing arthroplasty to prevent postoperative infections. (US Department of Health and Human Services, 2001) She will also be given

Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) surveillance screening in an acute care setting can be done through the use of targeted screening of patients who only meet the predetermined criteria or through the use of universal surveillance of all patients. Although it is necessary and appropriate for patients in ICU to be screened for MRSA due to the high level of care, patients in a non-ICU acute care setting could also benefit from universal surveillance screening as they encounter similar risk of acquiring MRSA infection in the hospital setting. As a nurse for almost eleven years, I have seen the danger and increase of MRSA infection on patients in a healthcare setting. MRSA is a mutated form of bacteria. The bacterium is resistant to many antibiotic therapies, which makes