Case Study Assessment and Management of
Carl Vinson
Carl Vinson, a 65-year-old Caucasian man, was admitted today with increased shortness
of breath, fatigue, and decreased level of consciousness. Mr. Vinson has a history of liver
disease, most likely related to a long history of alcohol use. Upon arrival to the unit, he is
somnolent and responds only to shouting and shaking. Upon arousal, he is only able to
state his first name. His wife accompanies him to the unit, and describes that he has
become increasingly restless over the last 3 days, and she is concerned for his safety.
Additionally, he has not eaten or taken in any fluids in 24 hours.
a. Correlate the patient’s presenting clinical manifestations and identify a
Carl Vinson
Carl Vinson, a 65-year-old Caucasian man, was admitted today with increased shortness
of breath, fatigue, and decreased level of consciousness. Mr. Vinson has a history of liver
disease, most likely related to a long history of alcohol use. Upon arrival to the unit, he is
somnolent and responds only to shouting and shaking. Upon arousal, he is only able to
state his first name. His wife accompanies him to the unit, and describes that he has
become increasingly restless over the last 3 days, and she is concerned for his safety.
Additionally, he has not eaten or taken in any fluids in 24 hours.
a. Correlate the patient’s presenting clinical manifestations and identify a
