NUR 439 Anna Jordan Notes Home Health Visit Notes After rev
NUR 439 Anna Jordan Notes Home Health Visit Notes After reviewing… NUR 439 Anna Jordan Notes Home Health Visit NotesAfter reviewing the baseline information on Anna in Sentinel City®, read the notes below of the RN home health visits with Anna for wound care following a fall. Identify subjective and objective data and observations of normal and abnormal changes observed with geriatric or dementia patients.Notes from Visit OneAnna welcomed the nurse into the living room where there was a pile of unfolded laundry on the couch. Anna ambulated around the room, without the use an ambulatory device. Home hazards noted include loose rug, low toilets, step over shower, shower without a bench, and stairs. Anna often wears shoes in the house supporting her feet. Anna’s last eye exam was within the last 6 months and her eyeglasses were updated. Wound care supplies are available near her chair. Anna’s glasses are sitting on the table, alongside a birthday card and holiday cards. Anna mentions how it was wonderful to see her family for her birthday. Anna offered the nurse some coffee. Anna is dressed in clean yet wrinkled clothing with her hair styled and earrings on. When asked about nutrition, she was excited to share that she had leftovers from the holidays.Anna was confused to the month, while orientated to the day, time, and year. She laughed and said that she meant that that she had been pulling leftovers out of the freezer from the holidays for their meals. Anna mentioned that it has been too cold for her to go out like she enjoys, so she and her partner have been staying home. There are a few unwashed dishes and open soup cans on the counter, near several medication bottles. Anna reported that she has been trying to drink enough water and drinks coffee in the morning. Anna asked the nurse if she would like some coffee. Anna is observed walking independently with occasional loss of balance. Anna was opening curtains and moving small items around the room, trying to locate her glasses. Anna reported that she has been changing her dressing whenever it needs it and there has not been too much pain. Anna stated that she had not had any other falls since her injury. Upon assessment, the wound measurements have not improved in the last two weeks. Several layers of gauze were added, without removing the old dressing. Anna was asked to demonstrate wound care for the nurse and missed several steps. The nurse demonstrated correct wound care and provided visual instructions for Anna. Anna asked four repetitive questions to clarify process. Plan for home health aide to visit three times weekly. Nurse to visit weekly.VS: T 98.4/tympanic; HR regular 84 bpm; Resting Respiratory rate 18. BP 112/64.Notes from Visit TwoThree weeks later, the nurse was alerted that Anna would not open the door to allow the home health aide in. Anna answered the door and allowed the nurse to enter. Anna walked independently to the living room and sat down in her chair. Anna knew that she was in her home, the name of her city and state. Anna did not have any medical equipment attached to her. The curtains were closed, the kitchen and living area was cluttered and unkempt and Anna appeared to have been sitting alone in the dark room. Anna was picking at her lap blanket, appeared disheveled and ungroomed. The living room smelled of urine. Adult diapers were viewed in the bathroom garbage can. The nurse identified that Anna is having urgency, frequency, and incontinence.The birthday and holiday cards remained on the table alongside several pieces of unopened mail. Anna stated that it was wonderful to have her family come by for the holidays and take such good care of her. Anna was unable to recall the names of all her grandchildren in a photo, while naming her partner. Anna was able to state the year, season, day of the week and the date. Anna was again confused to the month.When asked about her home health aide, she said it was nice to have more company and extra help around the house this week. Anna laughed when the nurse inquired about letting the aide in her home. Anna paused and thought about it in silence. After a minute she said there was someone handing out political papers and she told them to not come back. Anna then asked the nurse why she was there today. The nurse explained she wanted to check on her, including her bandage. Anna said that things had been fine, and she was glad to get rested after the holidays. Anna mentioned that they have not been getting together with friends in the last few weeks. It was evident that Anna is forgetting some words and is demonstrating less initiative to be conversant.The microwave kept beeping every few seconds. The nurse went to the microwave and found an uneaten breakfast plate. Anna laughed and said that she meant to put the leftovers in the refrigerator. The nurse reminded Anna of the importance of nutrition, hydration, and hygiene for her body to heal. Anna became irritable and again asked the nurse why she was there. The nurse reminded Anna that she was there to check on the bandage on her leg. Anna pulled up both of her pant legs, revealing a soiled bandage on her wound. Anna became tearful and said she changed the bandage several times. The bandage was dated three days ago by the home health aide. Anna reached down and tore off the bandage. Anna became anxious and agitated while looking at the supply table. The nurse offered to assist her with the wound care and Anna declined assistance. Anna began to cry and then allowed the nurse to provide wound care.VS: T 97.8/ty; HR regular 94 bpm; Resting Respiratory rate 22. BP 116/66 lying flat; BP 92/ 58 standingNotes: Review medication list, history for comorbidities and risks listed in Anna’s profile that increase her risk for falls. Does the patient take vitamin D? NUR 439 Care Plan FormClient ProblemsClient GoalsIntervention with RationaleImplementation(Yes or No)EvaluationOutcome QuestionsA. Review the NUR 439 Anna Jordan Notes and differentiate normal versus abnormal age-related changes. what pertinent observations and subjective and objective signs of a decline in cognition or dementia.B. Review the NUR 439 Care Plan Form and develop a care plan for the client experiencing a decline in cognition. In addition to the care plan, you will complete the following:Suggest risk assessments and cognition screening tools for an individual experiencing a decline in cognition, such as a mini mental status exam and fall risk assessment.Discuss interventions used to address agitation, distress, and challenging behaviors in a client with a decline in cognition.Describe resources and services that are available to providers, families, and caregivers in Sentinel City® to assist with a decline in cognition. what resources could benefit Anna? 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