Critical Care Case Study
Purpose of Assignment
The purpose of this case study is to integrate knowledge from the humanities and sciences, including nursing research and theory, to plan, provide, and evaluate holistic care provided to a client selected during this clinical rotation. Student Approach to Assignment This case study describes the nursing care of a 58-year-old female patient with septic shock on an intensive care unit. She was originally admitted from a thoracolumbar laminectomy revision for a broken T9 pedicle screw. Prior to discharge, the patient complained of abdominal pain and presented abdominal distension, which presented septic shock. This paper analyzes the patient’s admission and nursing care. Reason for Inclusion of the Assignment in the Portfolio This assignment is included in the portfolio because it demonstrates a comprehensive nursing care that was provided by the healthcare team and myself. |