Neurological Perceptual And Cognitive Complexities NRS410V
Neurological Perceptual And Cognitive Complexities NRS410V
Objectives:
- Evaluate functions of the neurological, perceptual, and cognitive systems based on findings.
- Propose an intervention for a patient with a cognitive complexity.
Topic 2 DQ 1
Identify a common perceptual, neurological, or cognitive issue and discuss contributing factors. Outline steps for prevention or health promotion for the patient and family.
Topic 2 DQ 2
Discuss characteristic findings for a stroke and how it affects the lives of patients and their families. Discuss the nurse’s role in supporting the patient’s psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs. Provide an example integrating concepts from the “Statement on the Integration of Faith and Work” located in Class Resources.
CLC – Evidence-Based Practice Project: Intervention Presentation on Diabetes Part 1
This is a Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) assignment.
As a group, identify a research or evidence-based article published within the last 5 years that focuses comprehensively on a specific intervention or new treatment tool for the management of diabetes in adults or children. The article must be relevant to nursing practice.
Submit a reference and a working link to the article as a word document.
Case Study: Mr. M.
It is necessary for an RN-BSN-prepared nurse to demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the pathophysiological processes of disease, the clinical manifestations and treatment protocols, and how they affect clients across the life span. Neurological Perceptual And Cognitive Complexities NRS410V
Evaluate the Health History and Medical Information for Mr. M., presented below.
Based on this information, formulate a conclusion based on your evaluation, and complete the Critical Thinking Essay assignment, as instructed below.
Health History and Medical Information
Health History
Mr. M., a 70-year-old male, has been living at the assisted living facility where you work. He has no known allergies. He is a nonsmoker and does not use alcohol. Limited physical activity related to difficulty ambulating and unsteady gait. Medical history includes hypertension controlled with ACE inhibitors, hypercholesterolemia, status post appendectomy, and tibial fracture status postsurgical repair with no obvious signs of complications. Current medications include Lisinopril 20mg daily, Lipitor 40mg daily, Ambien 10mg PRN, Xanax 0.5 mg PRN, and ibuprofen 400mg PRN.
Also Read:
Case Scenario
Over the past 2 months, Mr. M. seems to be deteriorating quickly. He is having trouble recalling the names of his family members, remembering his room number, and even repeating what he has just read. He is becoming agitated and aggressive quickly. He appears to be afraid and fearful when he gets aggressive. He has been found wandering at night and will frequently become lost, needing help to get back to his room. Mr. M has become dependent with many ADLs, whereas a few months ago he was fully able to dress, bathe, and feed himself. The assisted living facility is concerned with his rapid decline and has decided to order testing.
Objective Data
- Temperature: 37.1 degrees C
- BP 123/78 HR 93 RR 22 Pox 99%
- Denies pain
- Height: 69.5 inches; Weight 87 kg
Laboratory Results
- WBC: 19.2 (1,000/uL)
- Lymphocytes 6700 (cells/uL)
- CT Head shows no changes since previous scan
- Urinalysis positive for moderate amount of leukocytes and cloudy
- Protein: 7.1 g/dL; AST: 32 U/L; ALT 29 U/L
Critical Thinking Essay
In 750-1,000 words, critically evaluate Mr. M.’s situation. Include the following:
- Describe the subjective and objective clinical manifestations present in Mr. M.
- Based on the information presented in the case scenario, state what primary and secondary medical diagnoses should be considered for Mr. M. Formulate a nursing diagnosis from the medical diagnosis and explain why these should be considered and what data is provided for support.
- What abnormalities would you expect to find and why when performing your nursing assessment using the identified primary and secondary medical diagnoses.
- Describe the physical, psychological, and emotional effects Mr. M.’s current health status may have on him. Discuss the impact it can have on his family.
- Discuss what interventions can be put into place to support Mr. M. and his family.
- Given Mr. M.’s current condition, discuss at least four actual or potential problems he faces. Provide a rationale for each.
You are required to cite a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Resources
- Pathophysiology: Clinical Applications for Client Health
Read Chapter 2 in Pathophysiology: Clinical Applications for Client Health.
2. Cost-Effectiveness of Emergent MRI During Stroke Alert to Diagnose Stroke Mimics: Single-Center Experience
Read “Cost-Effectiveness of Emergent MRI During Stroke Alert to Diagnose Stroke Mimics: Single-Center Experience,” by Kapoor, Sharma, Iser, Chaudhari, Nalleballe, Brown, Veerapaneni, Sheng, Elkhider, Veerapaneni, Onteddu, and Sidorov, from Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice (2021).
3. Couples Coping in the Community After the Stroke of a Spouse: A Scoping Review
Read “Couples Coping in the Community After the Stroke of a Spouse: A Scoping Review,” by Ramazanu, Alie, and Vico Chung, from Nursing Open (2020).
4. Long-Term Effects on Survival After a 1-Year Multifactorial Vascular Risk Factor Intervention After Stroke or TIA: Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial, a 7-Year Follow-Up Study
Read “Long-Term Effects on Survival After a 1-Year Multifactorial Vascular Risk Factor Intervention After Stroke or TIA: Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial, a 7-Year Follow-Up Study,” by Hagberg et al., from Vascular Health and Risk Management (2019).
5. This Is Not Only About Memory: A Systematic Review on Neuropsychology Heterogeneity in Alzheimer’s Disease
Read “This Is Not Only About Memory: A Systematic Review on Neuropsychology Heterogeneity in Alzheimer’s Disease,” by Martorelli, Sudo, and Charchat-Fichman, from Psychology and Neuroscience (2019).
6. This Is Our Life Now. Our New Normal: A Qualitative Study of the Unmet Needs of Carers of Stroke Survivors
Read “‘This Is Our Life Now. Our New Normal’: A Qualitative Study of the Unmet Needs of Carers of Stroke Survivors,” by Denham et al., from PLOS ONE (2019).
7. Optional- Disentangling Heterogeneity in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Using Data-Driven Methods
For additional information, the following is recommended:
“Disentangling Heterogeneity in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Using Data-Driven Methods,” by Habes, Grothe,Tunc, McMillan, Wolk, and davatzikos, from Biological Psychiatry (2020).
8. Optional- Suicidal Ideation and Traumatic Exposure Should Not Be Neglected in Epileptic Patients: A Multidimensional Comparison of the Psychiatric Profile of Patients Suffering From Epilepsy and Patients Suffering From Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures
For additional information, the following is recommended:
“Suicidal Ideation and Traumatic Exposure Should Not Be Neglected in Epileptic Patients: A Multidimensional Comparison of the Psychiatric Profile of Patients Suffering From Epilepsy and Patients Suffering From Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures,” by Guillen et al., from Frontiers in Psychiatry (2019).
Neurological Perceptual And Cognitive Complexities NRS410V Case Study: Mr. M. – Rubric
Rubric Criteria
Clinical Manifestations of Mr. M.
Criteria Description
Clinical Manifestations of Mr. M.
Diagnoses and Secondary Diagnoses
Criteria Description
Diagnoses and Secondary Diagnoses
Explanation of Expected Abnormalities During Nursing Assessment
Criteria Description
Explanation of Expected Abnormalities During Nursing Assessment
Health Status Effect on Physical, Psychological, and Emotional Aspects of Patient and Family
Criteria Description
Description of the physical, psychological, and emotional effects of the health status on the patient, and the impact the health status has on the family.
Interventions for Support
Criteria Description
Discussion of interventions that can be put into place to support patient and his family
Actual or Potential Problems Based on Condition
Criteria Description
Discussion and rationale of four or more actual or potential problems faced by the patient
Thesis, Position, or Purpose
Criteria Description
Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience.
Development, Structure, and Conclusion
Criteria Description
Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves from development.
Evidence
Criteria Description
Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers other perspectives.
Mechanics of Writing
Criteria Description
Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence structure, etc.
Format/Documentation
Criteria Description
Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college, subject, and level; documents sources using citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., appropriate to assignment and discipline.