Taking different  ‘End-of-life’ action  towards Terminal cancer

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Identify two possible solutions that will assist Bernie to address his concerns and be comfortable  taking different  ‘end-of-life’ action  towards terminal cancer .Case Study 1 – Bernie and Glenys Bernie and Glenys have been married for 47 years. Glenys has been diagnosed with dementia and requires constant care.

Bernie has been caring for Glenys at home and is committed to her care. Bernie has been advised he has terminal cancer. He will probably only have about six months to live. Bernie is distraught and worried about what will happen to Glenys after he dies. One day while you are cleaning their bedroom, you find a stash of medications hidden behind the cupboard. When you ask Bernie about them he looks very guilty.

‘End-of-life’ action  towards terminal cance He says that they are his ‘insurance’ to make sure that neither he nor Glenys will suffer. He also says that you should not say anything to Glenys or anyone else about them – he couldn’t bear for Glenys to be lonely when he dies. You look at the medications and see that these are very strong. You realise that Bernie is considering ending his own and Glenys’s lives when he feels they can no longer cope.

The Australian Human Rights Framework

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Which of the following actions are included in the Australian Human Rights Framework?Select all that apply.
Guidance: Select four (4) responses.
Select all that apply
ReaffirmWhich of the following situations uphold the Universal Declaration of Human Rights for people working in residential support facilities?
Guidance: Select four (4) responses.
Select all that apply
A religious support facility has the right to impose their religious belief on their residents. This is in breach of people’s rights.

The correct Nursing intervention to help a client push effectively

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A client is completely dilated and ready to push. What is the correct nursing intervention to help a client push effectively?
Select the correct response:
Instruct the client to take two breaths, hold, and bear down between contractions.
Instruct the client to take two breaths, hold, and bear down with contractions.
Turn the client to her side and have her bear down between contractions.
Encourage the client to bear down slowly since it may result in tears.

A Dysfunctional labor pattern

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A woman with a dysfunctional labor pattern is undergoing labor augmentation. The client is currently having regular contractions of moderate-to-fin that last 30 to 60 seconds every 4 to 5 minutes The fetal heart tracing is within normal limits. Which action should the nurse take?

Select the correct response:
Increase the oxytocin according to protocol.
Maintain the current dose of oxytocin.
Increase intravenous fluids.
Immediately turn off the oxytocin.

A physician is morally obligated to defend euthanasia

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Support or refute the claim that a physician is morally obligated to defend euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide (PAS) because they are obligated to respect the patient’s autonomy.
Discuss how the commitments promised in the Hippocratic Oath might conflict with a physician’s obligation to save lives.
How can you take this week’s discussion topic and apply it in the real world?Support or refute the claim that a physician is morally obligated to defend euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide (PAS) because they are obligated to respect the patient’s autonomy.
Discuss how the commitments promised in the Hippocratic Oath might conflict with a physician’s obligation to save lives.
How can you take this week’s discussion topic and apply it in the real world?C

Statements regarding Rebound tenderness

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Which of the following statements regarding rebound tenderness i correct? The absence of rebound tenderness rules out intra-abdominal injury. It should be assessed for by vigorously palpating the abdomen.
It is often discovered when the patient is jarred or moved suddenly.
Rebound tenderness is a specific sign found with a spleen injury.

The nurse in the emergency department (ED)

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The nurse in the emergency department (ED) is caring for a 41-year-old male client. Client reports nausea, loss of appetite, vomiting, fever, and constipation for the past 2 weeks and abdominal pain rated 710 on the Numerical Rating Scale for 1 week.
Client states, “The abdominal pain started after my 7-year-old child accidentally kicked me in the stomach.” Client plays soccer with the child once a week. Vital signs: T 103.4°�(39.7°�), P 92, RR 22, BP 13086, pulse oximetry reading 98% on room air. No significant past medical or surgical history.
Body mass index (BMI) of 32 . Drinks alcohol only during social occasions, usually 3 beverages. Smokes cigarettes during social occasions.
Select the 3 complications the client is at risk for developing.
anemia
peritonitis
septic shock
hypovolemia
dysrhythmias
cardiac arrest

Transporting a patient with a facial injury

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When transporting a patient with a facial injury, it is MOST important to be as descriptive as possible with the hospital regarding the patient’s injuries because:
most patients with facial trauma will need surgery.
they must make arrangements for an ICU bed.
it saves time on repeat assessments at the hospital.
they may need to call a specialist to see the patient.

Workplace breach report

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Situation Three – Complete the below workplace breach report using this information. A serious infection risk was identified in the workplace by an allied health professional but mandatary reporting procedures were not followed.
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Description of workplace breach:
Potential consequence of the breach:
Suggested response to the breach
Mandatory reporting requirements (if applicable)
3.2b) Situation Two – you have become aware that an allied health professional has recommended an unnecessary treatment for a client to encourage the client to book further sessions. Complete the below workplace breach report using this information.
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Due to the breaches above your workplace has identified the need for a formal Code of Conduct to clearly outline the expected behaviours in the workplace. The owner has asked you to develop a Code of Conduct that outlines the business’s desire to promote a workplace that is ethical, moral and that acts within the client’s best interest. Ensure that your Code of Conduct contains the following:
A title to explain what the policy is
An explanation of who this Code of Conduct applies to
At least six (6) polices or procedures to outline the practice standards for acceptable behavio in the workplace

Stress and chronic conditions

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Stress and chronic conditions are major health issues in both Guatemala and the Baltimore community. Your assignment is to develop an intervention to help assist one of these populations. First, identify the specific issue and the etiology of the issue, identify an intervention technique including a rationale for why you expect it to be effective in the respective community, and identify any challenges or barriers that you anticipate and your strategy for overcoming them.