Objective Data Nursing History

Objective Data General Survey Physical Examination Techniques Inspection Visual examination of a part or region of the body to assess normal conditions or deviations and

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Nursing History

Nursing History Subject Data Important Health Information Past health history Major childhood and adult illnesses, injuries, hospitalizations, and surgeries Medications Past and current medications, including

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Role of Nursing Personnel

Role of Nursing Personnel Role of Registered Nurse (RN) On admission, complete a comprehensive assessment. Obtain patient’s health history by interviewing patient and/or caregiver. Perform

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Control of the Decision-Making process

Control of the Decision-Making process Patient Self-Determination Act Require that healthcare facilities provide clear, written information to every patient regarding his or her legal rights

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Special Concerns of Elderly people

Special Concerns of Elderly people Retirement Social implications Economic implications Long-term care Potential need for services which may be predicted by a number of factors

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Psychological Aspects of Aging

Psychological Aspects of Aging There are psychological changes as well. Adaptation to loss and grief Attachment to others Maintenance of self-identity What can make the

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The Aging Individual

The Aging Individual Who are the old? How one is considered old is largely based on one’s own variables, such as attitudes, mental health, physical

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Conduct Disorder

Conduct Disorder With this disorder, there is a persistent pattern of behavior in which the basic rights of others and major age-appropriate societal norms or

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