1. The PN findings include right-sided weakness, slurred speech and dysphagia.
The PN recognizes that Mr.Ivy is at high risk for several problems. In
reviewing the previously established nursing plan of care, the PN determines
that which problem has the highest priority?:
Answer:
Aspiration
Aspiration or the entry of foreign substances such as food or fluids into the lungs,
may cause hypoxia or respiratory distress; this the highest
2. After reviewing priorities, what is the next action the PN should take when
adding to Mr. Ivy's plan of care?:
Answer:
Reconsider Goals
The PN should first complete the subjective and objective physical findingd,
interpret the data to identify problems, and then reevaluate goals. After the goals
and expected outcomes are verified, the PN implements interventions, which are
then evaluated to determine if the expected outcomes and goals were accomplished
3. An interprofessional team meeting is scheduled in the afternoon to discuss
interventions addressing Mr. Ivy's dysphagia. With which member of
the interprofessional team should the PN coordinate concerning Mr. Ivy's
dysphagia?:
Answer:
Speech Therapist
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