Gerontology Henry Williams Part 2 Guided Reflection And Scenario Analysis(Complete Solution)

Henry Williams, Part 2 – Shelby Olivieri Guided Reflection Questions Opening Questions How did the simulated experience of Henry Williams’s case make you feel? – based on the introduction I felt more comfortable completing this simulation What nursing actions did you feel were appropriate within this scenario? – physical and mental assessment Scenario Analysis Questions* PCC What communication techniques could be used to decrease the anxiety of Henry Williams and his daughter-in-law, Betty, about his wife, Ertha? – I supported the family as necessary, included them in assessments, assessed any concerns they had, and educated them regarding plan of care and next steps. T&C/I How would you use the situation-background-assessment-recommendation (SBAR) format to communicate transition of care from the acute care nurse to the pulmonary rehabilitation nurse? Situation 69 year old male admitted five days ago with progressive shortness of breath Background Weak and progressing slow with pulmonary rehabilitation. Generally tired and worries about wife who is experiencing frequent memory lapses Assessment Vitals stable, using oxygen at night and as needed for SHOB, able to complete ADLs, alert and oriented Recommendation Emphasize need to maintain adequate oxygenation, use of respiratory therapy, stress and coping mechanisms, follow with existing orders PCC Given Henry Williams’s current condition, what do you anticipate the next steps would be in the coming days? – initiating therapy with a trained psychiatrist, identify adequate stress and coping mechanisms, perform thorough respiratory assessments