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INDEPENDENT: STO:
Subjective: STO:
“Punga ako tiyan” as 1. Assess for jugular vein distention, 1. Careful assessment is important to detect After 30 minutes of nursing
verbalized by the patient. Within 30 minutes of nursing measure abdominal girth daily, and check fluid shifts. interventions, the patient verbalized
interventions, the patient will for peripheral edema. understanding on proper food
verbalized understanding on selection like low sodium diet.
proper food selection like low 2. Assess urine specific gravity. 2. Specific gravity measures the concentration
Objectives: sodium diet. of urine, an indicator of hydration.
Weight (April 18, 3. Provide a low-sodium diet (500 to 2000 3. Excess sodium leads to water retention, and
2010)- 130 lb; mg/day) and restrict fluids as ordered. can increase fluid volume, ascites, and portal
Weight (April 19, LTO: hypertension. LTO:
2010)- 137 lbs;
weight gain- 7 lbs Within 8 hours of giving 4. Record intake and output every 1 to 8 4. Indicates effectiveness of treatment and After 8 hours of giving nursing
nursing interventions, the hours depending on response to adequacy of fluid intake. interventions, the patient was able to
Urine Output (April patient will be able to perceive interventions and on patient acuity. perceive the reason for fluid
19,2010)- 50 ml the reason for fluid restriction restriction and will be able to follow
and will be able to follow 5. Instruct pt. to elevate the extremites 5. This is to reduce swelling. orders appropriately.
Pitting edema on the orders appropriately. affected.
lower and upper
extremities- grade 3
DEPENDENT:
Abdominal girth-
47.1 inches Administer diuretics, Albumin, Aldacton, Promotes excretion of fluid through the kidneys
Furosemide (Lasix) and maintenance of normal fluid and electrolyte
(+) Crackles balance.
Bounding pulse.
REFERENCES: Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 1. 3rd ed. by Lemone and Burk. pg. 594
Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 2, 10th ed. By Smeltzer and Bare. pg. 1109
NURSING CARE PLAN
INDEPENDENT:
Subjective: STO: Within eight hours of After 8 hours of rendering health
“Naa lage bun-og ako rendering health teaching 1. Monitor vital signs; report tachycardia or 1. Increase pulse and decreasing blood teaching the patient was able to
kamot”, as verbalized by the patient can identify risk hypotension. pressure may indicate hypovolemia due to identify risk factors and interventions
the patient factors and interventions to hemorrhage. to reduce potential for infection such
reduce potential for infection as maintaining aseptic technique.
such as maintaining aseptic 2. Institute bleeding precautions. 2. Preventive measures can decrease the risk
technique. for active bleeding.
Objectives:
3. Monitor coagulation studies and platelet 3. Coagulation studies help determine the risk After 2 days of effective nursing
-Bruises on both upper count. Report abnormal results. for bleeding and the nee for treatment. intervention, the pt. was not able to
extremities LTO: Within 2 days of maintain/demonstrate improvement
-WBC: 8-12, increased effective nursing 4. Carefully monitor the client who has had 4. Rebleeding is common is common following in laboratory values such as
(Urinalysis, April 17, 2010) intervention, the pt. would bleeding esophageal varices for evidence of variceal hemorrhage, especially within the first absence of WBC in the urine and
-PROTHROMBINE TIME : maintain/demonstrate rebleeding: hematemasis, hematochezia week. blood.
April 18, 2010 improvement in laboratory (bright blood in the stool) or tarry stools,
Patient -54.1 sec values such as absence of signs of hypovolemic shock.
Control – 14.0 sec WBC in the urine and blood.
5. Visitors and health care workers with 5. Reduced contact to infection.
active infection are to avoid contact with
patient.
Collaborative:
1. To prevent hemorrhage
1. Administer Vitamin K
REFERENCES: Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 1. 3rd edition. by Lemone and Burk. pg. 594
Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 2, 10th ed. By Smeltzer and Bare. pg. 1110
NURSING CARE PLAN
PROBLEM: Itching
NURSING DIAGNOSIS: Risk for impaired Skin Integrity related to pruritus from jaundice and edema
CAUSE ANALYSIS: Severe jaundice with bile salt deposits on the skin may cause pruritus. Scratching related to the pruritus damages the skin and impairs skin integrity. Malnutrition, particularly
protein deficiency, and edema also increase the risk for tissue breakdown and impaired skin integrity. (Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 1. 3rd edition. by Lemone and Burk. pg. 595)
STO: INDEPENDENT:
Subjective: Within 8 hours of nursing care, After 8 hours of nursing care, the
“ Katol kaayo ako panit’, the patient was able to regain 1. Use warm water rather than hot water 1. Hot water increases pruritus. patient was not able to regain
as verbalized by the integrity of skin surface by when bathing. integrity application of measures in
patient application of measures in minimizing skin itching.
minimizing skin itching. 2. Use measures to prevent dry skin: Apply 2. Dry skin contributes to pruritus.
an emollient or lubricant as needed to keep
skin moist, avoid soap or preparations with
LTO: alcohol, and do not rub the skin.
Objectives: Within 3 days of nursing care, After 3 days of nursing care, the
-rash the patient will be able to 3. If indicated, apply mittens to the hands to 3. Clients with encephalopathy may not patient was not able to described
-reddening of skin describe measures to protect prevent scratching. understand the need to refrain from scratching. measures to protect the skin. Such
-single firm lesions the skin. Such as avoiding to as avoiding to harsh skin care
-scaling harsh skin care products, 4. Institute measures to prevent skin and 4. Frequent position changes relieve pressure products.
clean hands, well trimmed tissue breakdown: Turn at least every 2 and promote circulation and tissue oxygenation.
nails. hours, use an alternating pressure mattress,
and frequently assess skin condition.
DEPENDENT:
REFERENCES: Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 1. 3rd edition. by Lemone and Burk. pg. 595
Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 2, 10th ed. By Smeltzer and Bare. pg. 1107
NURSING CARE PLAN
PROBLEM: Anorexia
NURSING DIAGNOSIS: Imbalanced Nutrition: Less than Body Requirements related to abdominal fullness and discomfort and anorexia
CAUSE ANALYSIS: The client with cirrhosis is at risk for malnutrition for a number of reasons: possible chronic alcohol use, anorexia, impaired vitamin and mineral absorption and impaired protein
metabolism. (Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 1. 3rd edition. by Lemone and Burk. pg. 595
CUES OBJECTIVES NURSING INTERVENTIONS RATIONALE EVALUATION
Collaborative:
INDEPENDENT:
Subjective: STO: STO:
“ kahoy kaayo ako Within 4 hours of effective 1. Asses level of activity tolerance and egree 1. Provides baseline for further assessment and After 4 hours of effective nursing
lawas”, as verbalized by nursing intervention the patient of fatigue, lethargy and malaise when criteria for assessment of effectiveness of intervention the patient was not able
the patient. will regain normal mobility as performing routine ADLs. interventions. to regain normal mobility as
evidenced by ability to move evidenced by ability to move within
within the physical 2. Assist with activities and hygiene when 2. Promotes exercise and hygiene within the physical environment
environment fatigued. patient’s level of tolerance.
Objectives:
• the patient 3. Encourage rest when fatigued or when 3. Conserves energy and protects the liver. LTO:
appears weak LTO: abdominal pain or discomfort occurs. After 8 hour shift, the patient was
Within 8 hour shift, the not able to maintain/increase
• minimized
patient will maintain/increase 4. Assist with selection and pacing of 4. Stimulates patient’s interest in selected strength and function of affected or
movements
strength and function of desired activities and exercise. activities. compensatory body parts as
• have limited affected or compensatory body evidenced by coordination, normal
ROM activity parts as evidenced by 5. Provide diet high in carbohydrates with 5. Provides calories for energy and protein for ROM, and increased muscle
• needs coordination, normal ROM, protein intake consistent with liver function. healing. strength.
assistance in and increased muscle
positioning in strength.
bed DEPENDENT:
• unable to
ambulate 1. Administer suplemental vitamins (A, B 1. To provides additional nutrients.
without complex, C, and K).
assistance
• stays in bed
most of the time
REFERENCES: Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 2, 10th ed. By Smeltzer and Bare. pg. 1107
PROBLEM: Edema/Ascites
NURSING DIAGNOSIS: Disturbed body image related to changes in appearance, sexual dysfunction, and role function
CAUSE ANALYSIS: In liver cirrhosis, increased Na and water retention causes edema due to fluid shift to extravascular compartment leading to edema. Endocrine function is also altered with
increased/elevated androgen and estrogen levels in the blood of male and female, respectively. Common manifestations include gynecomastia, decreased libido, fall of body hair, atrophy of testicles
in male. In female - hirsutism, acne, deepening of voice, and increase virilism. (Medical Surgical Nursing – Udan, pp. 333)
INDEPENDENT:
Subjective: STO: STO:
“nidako lage ako tiyan” After 2 days in giving nursing 1. Assess changes in appearance and the 1. Provides information for assessing impact After 2 days of giving nursing
as verbalized by the intervention, the patient will be meaning these changes have for patient and ofchanges in appearance, sexual function, and interventions the patient was able
patient. able to verbalize acceptance of family. role on the patient and family. verbalized acceptance of self in
self in situation, relief of situation relief anxiety and
anxiety and adaptation to 2. Encourage patient to verbalize reactions 2. Enables patient to identify and express adaptation to altered body image
altered body image and will be and feelings about these changes. concerns; encourages patient and significant and was able verbalized
able to verbalize others to share these concerns. understanding of body changes.
Objectives: understanding of body
-pitting edema grade 3 changes. 3. Assess patient’s and family’s previous 3. Permits encouragement of those coping
-skin rashes coping strategies. strategies that are familiar to patient and have
-bruises been effective in the past. LTO:
After 3 days the patient was able
LTO: 4. Assist and encourage patient to maximize 4. Encourages patient to continue safe roles to recognized and incorporated body
After 3 days of giving appearance and explore alternatives to and functions while encouraging exploration of image into self-concept in accurate
nursing intervention, the previous sexual and role functions. alternatives. manner without negating self-
patient will be able to esteem and was able to
recognize and incorporate 5. Assist patient in identifying short-term 5. Accomplishing these goals serves as positive acknowledge self as an individual
body image change into self goals. reinforcement and increases self-esteem. who has responsibility for self.
concept in accurate manner
without negating self esteem, 6. Encourage and assist patient in decision 6. Promotes patient’s control of life and
and will be able to making about care. improves sense of well-being and self-esteem
acknowledge self as an
individual who has 7. Identify with patient resources to provide 7. Assists patient in identifying resources and
responsibility to self. additional support (counselor, spiritual accepting assistance from others when
advisor). indicated.
REFERENCES: Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 2, 10th ed. By Smeltzer and Bare. pg. 1108-1109
REFERENCES: Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. Vol. 2, 10th ed. By Smeltzer and Bare. pg. 1109
c. Support and maintain position during c. Prevents inadvertent organ or tissue injury.
procedure.
d. Record both the amount and the d. Provides record of fluid removed and
character of fluid aspirated. indication of severity of limitation of lung
expansion by fluid.
3. Provide calm, none threatening 3. Conveys calm and helps the pt. focus on LTO:
environment. conversation or activity.
Objectives: LTO: After 8 hrs. of rendering effective
- restlessness 4. Attend the primary physical needs 4. Conserves the pt’s energy and allows the pt. nursing care the pt. was
-increased BP- 140/100 Within 8 hrs. of rendering promptly. to fucos on coping with and reducing anxiety. knowledgeable enough about on
-increased HR- 95 effective nursing care the pt. Failure to attedn physical needs promptly would how to develop good coping skills.
will be able to be serve to increase anxiety.
knowledgeable enough about 5. Monitor the vital signs per shift. 5. Assist in determining the effects of anxiety.
on how to develop good Helps determine pathologic effects of anxiety.
coping skills. 6. Assist pt. in developing coping skills. 6. Methods that can be used successfully to
decrease anxiety. Allows the pt. to practice and
become comfortable in skills with supporting
environment. Determines what has helped and
determines whether these measures are still
useful.
DEPENDENT: DEPENDENT:
1. Refer the pt. to a collaborative with 1. Support groups can provide ongoing
appropriate community resources for care. assistance after discharge.
INDEPENDENT: STO:
Subjective: STO:
1. Monitor the trends in heart rate and blood 1. Tachycardia is common response to After 4 hrs. of rendering effective
No subjective cues Within 4 hrs. of rendering pressure. discomfort and anxiety likewise with pain nursing interventions the pt. was
effective nursing interventions perceived by the pt., fluid replacement and able to take resting periods to
the pt. will be able to take stress. stabilized the PR and RR.
resting periods to stabilized the 2. Record skin temperature, color, quantity 2. May indicate decrease oxygenation as a
PR and RR. and equality of peripheral pulses. result of diminished cardiac output.
3. Measure and document input and output. 3. Useful in determining fluid needs or LTO:
identifying fluid excess which compromise
LTO: cardiac output and oxygenation. After 8 hrs. of rendering effective
Objectives: 4. Monitor daily activities. Note pt. response 4. Regular activities and mobility stimulates nursing care the pt. experienced
Within 8 hrs. of rendering to its vital signs. circulation and promotes feeling of well-being. signs of anxiety and fatigue
RR- 23-25 breathes per effective nursing care the pt.
min will be able to experience no 5. Evaluate the presence of physical stress, 5. Excessive emotional reaction can affect vital
PR- 90-95 signs of anxiety and fatigue. anxiety and fatigue. Encourage use of signs of the pt.
Appears weak relaxation technique such as deep
breathing.
Dependent:
1. To promote enough oxygen
1. Administer oxygen
supply
inhalation appropriately.
2. Administer salbutamol 2. To provide bronchodilation.
6
Reference: Nursing care Plan: Guidelines for individualizing patient car.ed ; M. Doenges, M.F Moorhouse, A. Geissler-Murr.pp.199-200
Reference: Nursing Diagnosis Handbook: A guide to planning care by: Auckley & Ladwig pp. 116-117
DEPENDENT
o Encourage patient/SO to o Depressed patients have a
share concerns/feelings. greater risk of dying 6–18
Discuss signs of mo following a heart
pathological depression attack. Timely intervention
versus transient feelings may be beneficial. Note:
frequently associated with Selective serotonin
major life events.
reuptake inhibitors
Recommend seeking
(SSRIs), e.g., paroxetine
professional help if
depressed feelings persist. (Paxil), have been found to
be as effective as tricyclic
antidepressants but with
significantly fewer adverse
cardiac complications.
Reference: Nursing Care Plan 6th edition by Doenges, Geissler-Murr, & Moorhouse