Medical conditions - problem solving

 

 

Eg. Asthma

 

For each of the following problems write a plan in the form of an objective, an implementation and a rationalle for the intervention

 

 

Difficulty in breathing due to asthma

 

 

Risk of cardiac complications

 

 

Confusion due to cerebral hypoxia

 

 

Excessive sputum production which is contributing to breathing difficulties

 

 

Patient is extremely anxious due to attack

 

 

Potential dehydration - difficulty drinking due to breathlessness

 

 

Exhaustion due to effort of breathing

 

 

Unable to meet own hygiene needs due to exhaustion

 

 

Reduced mobility leading to risk of complications of immobility

 

 

Patient has been smoking cigarettes

 

 

Patient needs advice to reduce risk of recurrance