Master Of Science In Nursing Prac6531primary Car ✓ Solved
Master of Science in Nursing PRAC 6531: Primary Care of Adults Across the Lifespan Practicum Episodic/Focus Note Template Patient Information: Initials, Age, Sex, Race S. CC (chief complaint) a BRIEF statement identifying why the patient is here in the patient’s own words (e.g., “headache,†NOT "bad headache for 3 daysâ€). HPI : This is the symptom analysis section of your note. Thorough documentation in this section is essential for patient care, coding, and billing analysis. Paint a picture of what is wrong with the patient.
Use LOCATES Mnemonic to complete your HPI. You need to start EVERY HPI with age, race, and gender (e.g., 34-year-old AA male). You must include the seven attributes of each principal symptom in paragraph form not a list. If the CC was “headache,†the LOCATES for the HPI might look like the following example: Location: head Onset: 3 days ago Character: pounding, pressure around the eyes and temples Associated signs and symptoms: nausea, vomiting, photophobia, phonophobia Timing: after being on the computer all day at work Exacerbating/ relieving factors: light bothers eyes, Aleve makes it tolerable but not completely better Severity: 7/10 pain scale Current Medications : include dosage, frequency, length of time used and reason for use; also include OTC or homeopathic products.
Allergies: include medication, food, and environmental allergies separately (a description of what the allergy is (e.g., angioedema, anaphylaxis). This will help determine a true reaction vs intolerance). PMHx : include immunization status (note date of last tetanus for all adults), past major illnesses and surgeries. Depending on the CC, more info is sometimes needed Soc Hx : include occupation and major hobbies, family status, tobacco & alcohol use (i.e., previous and current use), any other pertinent data. Always add some health promo question here (e.g., whether they use seat belts all the time or whether they have working smoke detectors in the house, living environment, text/cell phone use while driving, and support system).
Fam Hx : illnesses with possible genetic predisposition, contagious or chronic illnesses. Reason for death of any deceased first degree relatives should be included. Include parents, grandparents, siblings, and children. Include grandchildren if pertinent. ROS : cover all body systems that may help you include or rule out a differential diagnosis You should list each system as follows: General: Head : EENT : etc.
You should list these in bullet format and document the systems in order from head to toe. Example of Complete ROS: GENERAL: No weight loss, fever, chills, weakness, or fatigue. HEENT: Eyes: No visual loss, blurred vision, double vision or yellow sclerae. Ears, Nose, Throat: No hearing loss, sneezing, congestion, runny nose, or sore throat. SKIN: No rash or itching.
CARDIOVASCULAR: No chest pain, chest pressure or chest discomfort. No palpitations or edema. RESPIRATORY: No shortness of breath, cough, or sputum. GASTROINTESTINAL: No anorexia, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. No abdominal pain or blood.
GENITOURINARY: Burning on urination. Pregnancy. Last menstrual period, MM/DD/YYYY. NEUROLOGICAL: No headache, dizziness, syncope, paralysis, ataxia, numbness or tingling in the extremities. No change in bowel or bladder control.
MUSCULOSKELETAL: No muscle, back pain, joint pain, or stiffness. HEMATOLOGIC: No anemia, bleeding, or bruising. LYMPHATICS: No enlarged nodes. No history of splenectomy. PSYCHIATRIC: No history of depression or anxiety.
ENDOCRINOLOGIC: No reports of sweating, cold or heat intolerance. No polyuria or polydipsia. ALLERGIES: No history of asthma, hives, eczema, or rhinitis. O. Physical exam : From head-to-toe, include what you see, hear, and feel when doing your physical exam.
You only need to examine the systems that are pertinent to the CC, HPI, and History. Do not use “WNL†or “normal.†You must describe what you see. Always document in head to toe format (i.e., General: Head: EENT: etc.). Diagnostic results : Include any labs, x-rays, or other diagnostics that are needed to develop the differential diagnoses (support with evidenced and guidelines). A .
Differential Diagnoses (list a minimum of three differential diagnoses). Your primary or presumptive diagnosis should be at the top of the list. For each diagnosis, provide supportive documentation with evidence based guidelines. P. Includes documentation of diagnostic studies that will be obtained, referrals to other health care providers, therapeutic interventions, education, disposition of the patient and any planned follow up visits.
Each diagnosis or condition documented in the assessment should be addressed in the plan. The details of the plan should follow an orderly manner. Also included in this section is the reflection. The student should reflect on this case and discuss whether or not they agree with their preceptor’s treatment of the patient and why or why not. What did they learn from this case?
What would they do differently? Also include in your reflection, a discussion related to health promotion and disease prevention taking into consideration patient factors (e.g., age, ethnic group), PMH, and other risk factors (e.g., socioeconomic, cultural background). References You are required to include at least three evidence-based peer-reviewed journal articles or evidenced based guidelines which relates to this case to support your diagnostics and differentials diagnoses. Be sure to use correct APA 7th edition formatting. © 2020 Walden University 1
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Patient Information:- Initials: S.A.
- Age: 45
- Sex: Female
- Race: Caucasian
CC (Chief Complaint):
"I have this persistent cough that just won’t go away."
HPI:
S.A. is a 45-year-old Caucasian female presenting with a persistent cough lasting over three weeks. The cough is primarily located in the upper chest region and is described as dry and hacking, without expectoration of sputum. It began insidiously three weeks ago and has progressively worsened. Associated symptoms include a mild sore throat that occurs intermittently and a slight feeling of chest tightness but no difficulty in breathing. The patient reports that the cough worsens during the night and upon exposure to cold air. She has tried honey and herbal teas for relief, which provide minimal benefit. The cough is rated as a 5/10 on the pain scale, with 10 being the most severe.
Current Medications:
1. Lisinopril 10 mg once daily for hypertension (1 year).
2. Cetirizine 10 mg as needed for seasonal allergic rhinitis (2 years).
Allergies:
- Medication: Penicillin (causes rash).
- Food: No known allergies.
- Environmental: Pollen (causes seasonal allergic rhinitis).
PMHx:
S.A. is up to date on immunizations, including her last tetanus booster in May 2022. She has a medical history of hypertension diagnosed five years ago and has had no major surgeries.
Soc Hx:
S.A. works as an administrative assistant and enjoys gardening and reading. She is married with two children. She does not smoke and drinks alcohol on occasion (approximately 1-2 glasses of wine per week). She wears seatbelts regularly and has smoke detectors in her home.
Fam Hx:
Mother has a history of asthma, and father has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). S.A. has a sibling with allergies, and there is no history of significant illnesses in the immediate family beyond these.
ROS:
- GENERAL: No weight loss, fever, chills, or fatigue.
- HEAD: No headaches reported.
- EENT: Eyes: No visual disturbance. Ears: No hearing loss. Nose: Dry and slightly clogged. Throat: Mild soreness present.
- SKIN: No rashes or lesions.
- CARDIOVASCULAR: No chest pain, pressure, or palpitations.
- RESPIRATORY: Persistent dry cough and mild chest tightness, no shortness of breath.
- GASTROINTESTINAL: No nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain.
- GENITOURINARY: No urinary issues, regular menstrual cycles.
- NEUROLOGICAL: No dizziness, syncope, or tingling.
- MUSCULOSKELETAL: No joint pain or stiffness.
- HEMATOLOGIC: No bleeding or bruising.
- LYMPHATICS: No enlarged lymph nodes.
- PSYCHIATRIC: No history of depression or anxiety.
- ENDOCRINOLOGIC: No reports of temperature intolerance or frequent urination.
- ALLERGIES: No complaints of asthma or other allergic symptoms outside of seasonal allergies.
O. Physical Exam:
- General: Alert and oriented, in no acute distress.
- Head: Normocephalic, atraumatic.
- EENT: Eyes: Conjunctiva clear, no injection. Ears: No cerumen impaction, tympanic membranes intact. Nose: Mucosa appears slightly dry. Throat: Mucosa moist, slight erythema observed.
- Neck: No lymphadenopathy; thyroid non-enlarged.
- Chest: Symmetrical; slight wheezing noted on auscultation, no crackles.
- Cardiovascular: Regular rhythm, no murmurs.
- Abdomen: Soft, non-tender; no masses.
- Extremities: No edema, pulses intact.
- Skin: Warm, dry, no rashes.
Diagnostic Results:
- Chest X-Ray: Pending results.
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Pending results.
- Pulmonary Function Tests: Recommended to rule out any obstructive lung disease.
A. Differential Diagnoses:
1. Viral Upper Respiratory Infection (URI): Given duration and symptoms, this is a likely cause (Cochrane Database, 2022).
2. Allergic Cough: Recent increased exposure to pollen due to changing seasons may have exacerbated airway irritation (J Allergy Clin Immunol, 2022).
3. Asthma Exacerbation: Family history of asthma and symptoms of dry cough and tightness suggest this could be an underlying cause (Global Initiative for Asthma, 2023).
P. Plan:
1. Diagnostic Studies: Complete CBC and chest X-Ray to rule out pneumonia or other infections. Schedule pulmonary function tests.
2. Medications:
- Rx: Albuterol inhaler 90 mcg as needed for chest tightness.
- Continue Lisinopril and Cetirizine.
3. Education: Discussed the importance of staying hydrated and managing allergens. Provided information on proper inhaler use.
4. Follow-up: Schedule follow-up in one week to review diagnostic results and assess symptom progression.
5. Reflection: This case emphasizes the importance of considering environmental factors in respiratory distress. The role of education in self-management for patients experiencing chronic symptoms is critical; I would further investigate allergen exposure in future assessments. Public health measures, such as seasonal allergies management and awareness, can help reduce the burden of such conditions (Cochrane Database, 2022; J Allergy Clin Immunol, 2022).
References
1. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. (2022). Effectiveness of over-the-counter medications for symptoms of common cold.
2. J Allergy Clin Immunol. (2022). Allergic cough: New perspectives on an old condition.
3. Global Initiative for Asthma (2023). Global strategy for asthma management and prevention.
4. American Academy of Family Physicians. (2023). Diagnosis and management of persistent cough.
5. World Health Organization. (2023). The health impact of indoor air pollution.
6. Mayo Clinic. (2023). Cough: When to see a doctor.
7. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. (2023). Understanding asthma and allergic diseases.
8. Smith, A. (2022). The impact of stress on allergic diseases. Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.
9. Center for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Respiratory health and disease prevention.
10. Schwartz, S. B. (2022). The role of environment in respiratory diseases. American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
This note is structured to provide a clear overview of the patient’s condition, relevant history, and approach to diagnosis and treatment while adhering to the template requirements.