Document a nurse's note regarding the laboratory values reported to the physician via phone.
Document the primary nursing diagnosis for a blood transfusion.
Homework Preview for Disease or Condition
Pathophysiology and pharmacological treatments for decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit.
Follow-Up Activity for the Classroom/Homework
Review the disease process associated with decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit.
QSEN Tips: Discuss the strengths and reasons associated with evidence based practice for decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit treatments while ensuring a patient centered care is maintained. This is correlational with QSEN’s value for the need of continuous improvement of evidence-based clinical practice.
NCLEX Tips: Consider the types of diagnostic tests and laboratory values used to diagnose and treat decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit. These correlate with the NLCEX-RN’s candidate preparation of reduction of risk potential.
Consider the alterations in body systems, illness management, pathophysiology, and unexpected responses to therapies associated with decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit. These correlate with the NCLEX-RN's candidate preparation of physiological adaptation.