NURS341 Study Guide - Final Guide: Dehydration, Oral Mucosa, Subcutaneous Tissue
21 Jun 2020
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Risk for further infections related to current infections such as e. coli, mrsa and candida. Albicans as evidenced by lab cultures of presenting bacterial/fungal cells within the culture and rising white blood cell, neutrophil and platelets count. Assess the midline abdominal wound frequently for any purulent drainage or odd odours. Swabbing the ports of an iv site, do not use an. Iv line when the tubing without he cap falls on the floor) Prevent further infections within the patient by taking proactive precautions. At risk for imbalanced nutrition related to bowel surgery post-operative care as evidenced by abnormal lab values that show insufficient potassium, calcium and phosphorus. Assessing for signs of poor nutritional intake. For instance, colour and moisture of skin, amount of subcutaneous tissue the patient has, observe inside the oral mucosa, dull and brittle hair and test skin turgor.
