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Pediatric Case Study Analysis
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Institution
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Date
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Pediatric Case Study Analysis
The case study shows that the child is dehydrated and has a fever and diarrhea. The symptoms,
including fewer wet diapers, refusal to drink and eat, and diarrhea, indicate poor health.
1. Appropriate therapeutic communication techniques to help the nurse build a therapeutic
relationship with the child and her aunt. (3 marks)
The therapeutic communication strategies crucial for a therapeutic relationship are empathy,
active listening, and open-ended questions.
a. Active listening entails giving the speaker attention and time to express their feeling. The
nurse can nod and provide appropriate feedback to show interest in what Yasmin’s aunt is saying
(Gutierrez-Puertas et al., 2020).
b. Empathy is essential for building a therapeutic relationship. It involves sharing the feelings of
another person. Therefore, the nurse should portray comprehension of the patient’s feelings and
offer the necessary emotional support.
c. Open-ended questions are vital in establishing a therapeutic relationship. These questions
encourage interactions since the interviewee cannot use the “yes” and “no” answers. Also,
Gutierrez-Puertas et al. (2020) noted that open-ended questions enable the nursing professional
to gather comprehensive details about the patient’s health and family history.
2. Three safety concerns related to Yasmin’s hospital admission and developmental stage.
(3marks)
a. Dehydration Risk
The child has a notable case of diarrhea and has not been drinking sufficient fluids, thus
increasing her risk of dehydration. The child has fewer wet diaper changes, implying she might
Pediatric Case Study Analysis
Name
Institution
Course
Instructor
Date
, 2
Pediatric Case Study Analysis
The case study shows that the child is dehydrated and has a fever and diarrhea. The symptoms,
including fewer wet diapers, refusal to drink and eat, and diarrhea, indicate poor health.
1. Appropriate therapeutic communication techniques to help the nurse build a therapeutic
relationship with the child and her aunt. (3 marks)
The therapeutic communication strategies crucial for a therapeutic relationship are empathy,
active listening, and open-ended questions.
a. Active listening entails giving the speaker attention and time to express their feeling. The
nurse can nod and provide appropriate feedback to show interest in what Yasmin’s aunt is saying
(Gutierrez-Puertas et al., 2020).
b. Empathy is essential for building a therapeutic relationship. It involves sharing the feelings of
another person. Therefore, the nurse should portray comprehension of the patient’s feelings and
offer the necessary emotional support.
c. Open-ended questions are vital in establishing a therapeutic relationship. These questions
encourage interactions since the interviewee cannot use the “yes” and “no” answers. Also,
Gutierrez-Puertas et al. (2020) noted that open-ended questions enable the nursing professional
to gather comprehensive details about the patient’s health and family history.
2. Three safety concerns related to Yasmin’s hospital admission and developmental stage.
(3marks)
a. Dehydration Risk
The child has a notable case of diarrhea and has not been drinking sufficient fluids, thus
increasing her risk of dehydration. The child has fewer wet diaper changes, implying she might
