Assignment Task
1. A 5-year-old male child with hemophilia
2. A 78-year-old woman with iron deficiency anemia
Choose one of those examples. Using the caring paradigm, complete the following statements, using correct medical terminology. Your answer should be no longer than.
1. Describe the pathophysiological changes that occur, including causes, and identify those individuals who are most susceptible to these pathophysiological changes.
2. Describe common diagnostic tests used to diagnose the disorder, why they are useful, how the information is used, and what nursing interventions are appropriate for each, if applicable.
3. Describe a nursing care plan, and implement two major nursing interventions, evaluating the possible outcomes that will assist the client to meet his/her physical, psychosocial, and/or spiritual needs.
4. Relate three areas to be addressed for discharge planning for this individual, and discuss your responsibilities for client/family education.