John Larsen-Shadow Health-Basic Patient
Case Results-2023-2024
John Larsen ShadowHealth
Finding:
Asked for patient identification
(Found)
Pro Tip: Proper identification is critical for the protection of your patient. It is recommended to
check two identifiers before interacting with the patient.
Example Question:
Can you confirm your name?
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Checked vitals before giving medication
(Found)
Pro Tip: Assessing the patient's vitals may impact your care plan and the safe administration
of ordered medications.
Example Question:
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Asked current breathing status
(Available)
Pro Tip: Difficulty breathing is one of the adverse effects of enoxaparin, a medication the
patient received prior to this assessment.
Example Question:
How is your breathing?
Finding:
Asked about medication allergies
(Found)
Pro Tip: Patients may have allergies that are not included in their documentation, so asking
for verbal confirmation can prevent serious adverse events.
Example Question:
Do you have any allergies to medications?
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Asked about current pain
(Found)
Pro Tip: This patient has been ordered pain medication. Assessing for pain is vital to
determining the efficacy of prior treatment and the need for further analgesic intervention.
Example Question:
Are you having pain right now?
Finding:
Ask about allergic reaction to codeine
(Available)
Pro Tip: Assessing the reaction type and severity of a stated allergy may help inform your
care plan and determine which medications are appropriate to administer.
Example Question:
What is your reaction to codeine?
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Asked about general experience with side effects
(Available)
Pro Tip: When administering routine medications, understanding the side effects that the
patient generally experiences can shape your care plan to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Example Question:
Have you experienced medication side effects before?
Finding:
Asked about thirst
(Available)
Pro Tip: Thirst can be an important indicator of the patient's general comfort and recent
intake. Excessive thirst may be an indicator of dehydration, which is a symptom of
rhabdomyolysis, a potentially life-threatening adverse effect associated with atorvastatin.
Example Question:
Are you thirsty?
Finding:
Checked intake and output before giving medication
(Found)
Patient Monitoring
Pro Tip: Assessing the patient's intake and output may impact your care plan and the safe
administration of ordered medications.
Example Question:
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Asked about management of prescribed medications
(Available)
Pro Tip: Managing multiple home medications can a difficult routine adjustment for some
patients. It is important to assess the patient's likelihood to miss doses of new prescriptions
to better shape your care plan.
Example Question:
How do you manage your medication?
Finding:
Asked current nausea status
(Available)
Pro Tip: Nausea is a symptom that may be an indicator of rhabdomyolysis, which is a
potentially life-threatening adverse effect associated with atorvastatin.
Example Question:
Are you feeling nauseated?
Finding:
Checked vitals after giving medication
(Found)
Pro Tip: Assessing the patient's vitals may impact your care plan and the safe administration
of ordered medications.
Example Question:
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Asked about muscle pain and soreness
(Found)
Pro Tip: Muscle pain is a symptom that may be an indicator of rhabdomyolysis, which is a
potentially life-threatening adverse effect associated with atorvastatin.
Example Question:
Do you have muscle pain?
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