NRNP 6540 Week 4 Assignment Week 4: Case

NRNP 6540 Week 4 Assignment Week 4: Case Study 1: A 76-year-old woman presents today with complaints of nasal drainage Head, Neck, and Face Disorders in the Older Population NRNP 6540F Advanced Practice Care of Older Adults Head, Neck, and Face Disorders in the Older Population Older adults face many age-related disorders that involve the head, neck, ad face. Advanced practice nurses should assess older patients appropriately, as many of these conditions significantly affect their quality of life. The goal of this paper is to discuss a focused subjective, objective, assessment, and plan (SOAP) for a geriatric patient with complaints of upper respiratory tract symptoms. The paper also aims to present diagnostic tests, differential diagnoses, treatment plans, and reflect learnings from analyzing the medical condition affecting the older patient. Focused SOAP Note Subjective Patient Information: Mrs. A, 76, White, Female Chief Complaint: Mrs. A came to the clinic complaining of persistent “runny nose” for 3 weeks now, associated clearing of throat, and nasal congestion on awakening in the morning. History of Present Illness: Mrs. A is a 76-year-old white female who comes to the clinic with complaints of nasal drainage, clearing of throat, and occasional nasal congestion that usually occurs when walking in the morning. The said symptoms usually occur to her during spring, in which she associated the nasal discharge with pollination. Being now in the winter season, the patient could not associate the trigger of her symptoms. Patient also reported she recently moved into an independent living center after residing in her home for 40 years. Current Medications: Medication unknown Allergies: Seasonal allergies Past Medical History: Allergic Rhinitis (AR) Immunization status unknown Unknown last visit to primary doctor Social and Substance History: Recently moved to an independent living center after living in her home for 40 years. Unknown tobacco, alcohol, and drug use. Family History: Family history unknown Surgical History: No surgical history was reported Reproductive Hx: Postmenopausal Review of Systems: The focused review of systems for a patient with upper respiratory symptoms should include general; head, eyes, ears, nose and throat; respiratory; integumentary; and allergy. • General: No fever, chills, weakness, fatigue, and weight loss.