Kiley Hamell
6.16.20
VSIM #2
Sherman “Red” Yoder, Part 1
Guided Reflection Questions
Opening Questions
How did the simulated experience of Red Yoder’s case make you feel?
The home assessment was a new simulation for me. In this scenario the regular head to toe assessment
wasn’t necessary, but it never hurts to get a full picture of the patient. This simulation provided
extensive practice with asking questions and gaining a health picture for this patient. I thought that it
was difficult to ask the questions without the form in from of me to go by.
What nursing actions did you feel were appropriate within this scenario?
This simulation provided extensive practice with asking questions and gaining a health picture for this
patient. The nurse needed to assess the patient, identify concerns and plan care for the patient.
Discussing Red’s understanding of his diagnosis of diabetes and the necessity to stick to the correct
insulin routine, diet and exercise and discussing his sleep and alcohol use patterns were all appropriate.
Assessing his foot ulcer and evaluating Red’s ability to care for the wound and the availability of family
support was also important.
Scenario Analysis Questions*
EBP What are the priority nursing actions for Red Yoder based on physical findings and social and
family interaction?
Educating Red on how alcohol use can affect diabetes outcomes is important. Addressing
adherence to a diabetic diet and staying hydrated was important and was also acknowledging
and addressing his daughter’s concerns regarding Red’s care in this aspect, as she is the one who
brings his groceries. It is important for diabetics with wounds to stay hydrated and eat nutritious
foods to promote healing and fight infection. Correct Insulin administration and scheduling is
important to maintain blood sugars in diabetics.
EBP What potential problems can you identify for Red Yoder?
The patient could potentially have his foot amputated if his wound isn’t maintained and assessed
for proper healing. He could get also develop a bone infection or other systemic infection causing the
need for prolonged hospitalization.
6.16.20
VSIM #2
Sherman “Red” Yoder, Part 1
Guided Reflection Questions
Opening Questions
How did the simulated experience of Red Yoder’s case make you feel?
The home assessment was a new simulation for me. In this scenario the regular head to toe assessment
wasn’t necessary, but it never hurts to get a full picture of the patient. This simulation provided
extensive practice with asking questions and gaining a health picture for this patient. I thought that it
was difficult to ask the questions without the form in from of me to go by.
What nursing actions did you feel were appropriate within this scenario?
This simulation provided extensive practice with asking questions and gaining a health picture for this
patient. The nurse needed to assess the patient, identify concerns and plan care for the patient.
Discussing Red’s understanding of his diagnosis of diabetes and the necessity to stick to the correct
insulin routine, diet and exercise and discussing his sleep and alcohol use patterns were all appropriate.
Assessing his foot ulcer and evaluating Red’s ability to care for the wound and the availability of family
support was also important.
Scenario Analysis Questions*
EBP What are the priority nursing actions for Red Yoder based on physical findings and social and
family interaction?
Educating Red on how alcohol use can affect diabetes outcomes is important. Addressing
adherence to a diabetic diet and staying hydrated was important and was also acknowledging
and addressing his daughter’s concerns regarding Red’s care in this aspect, as she is the one who
brings his groceries. It is important for diabetics with wounds to stay hydrated and eat nutritious
foods to promote healing and fight infection. Correct Insulin administration and scheduling is
important to maintain blood sugars in diabetics.
EBP What potential problems can you identify for Red Yoder?
The patient could potentially have his foot amputated if his wound isn’t maintained and assessed
for proper healing. He could get also develop a bone infection or other systemic infection causing the
need for prolonged hospitalization.
