Entries by Daphne Hanson

A 19-year-old woman has been admitted for dehydration

A 19-year-old woman has been admitted for dehydration. Upon assessment, it is noted that she has dry mucous membranes, generalized weakness, difficulty ambulating, and very little appetite. Her weight is down from 110 to 85 pounds. Discuss what you would include in your assessment? Which assessment findings support a risk for________________________. Which of these labs […]

Coastal community in southern British Columbia

If you live in a coastal community in southern British Columbia, you should be aware of your vulnerability associated with a major earthquake and a potential subsequent tsunami. In other words, you should know the risks associated with respect to a possible tsunami after a large earthquake. Discuss five  safety-related things you should be aware […]

Nurse manager on a unit

You take a position as the nurse manager on a unit. You are asked for suggestions on the best way to implement positive changes to the health-care system and/or nursing.   How would you utilize technology to make improvements? How would you create a climate that promotes teamwork and optimal interdisciplinary communication? Identify a strategy […]

Earthquake and a potential subsequent tsunami.

If you live in a coastal community in southern British Columbia, you should be aware of your vulnerability associated with a major earthquake and a potential subsequent tsunami. In other words, you should know the risks associated with respect to a possible tsunami after a large earthquake. Discuss