Nursing Care Plan: Assessm ENT Nursing Diagnos IS Planning Intervention Rationale Evaluati ON Subjectiv e
The patient presented with a 2-week history of chest cold symptoms including shortness of breath and elevated temperature. On examination, inspiratory crackles were heard in the right lung.
The nursing diagnosis was ineffective airway clearance related to accumulated mucus obstructing the airway. Short-term goals were for the patient to be able to classify methods to enhance secretion removal and maintain a clear airway. Long-term goals were for the patient to independently maintain a clear airway.
Planned interventions included monitoring respiration, encouraging hydration, positioning, teaching coughing and breathing techniques, administering medications, performing suctioning, educating on self-care, and coordinating with other providers. The evaluation
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Nursing Care Plan: Assessm ENT Nursing Diagnos IS Planning Intervention Rationale Evaluati ON Subjectiv e
The patient presented with a 2-week history of chest cold symptoms including shortness of breath and elevated temperature. On examination, inspiratory crackles were heard in the right lung.
The nursing diagnosis was ineffective airway clearance related to accumulated mucus obstructing the airway. Short-term goals were for the patient to be able to classify methods to enhance secretion removal and maintain a clear airway. Long-term goals were for the patient to independently maintain a clear airway.
Planned interventions included monitoring respiration, encouraging hydration, positioning, teaching coughing and breathing techniques, administering medications, performing suctioning, educating on self-care, and coordinating with other providers. The evaluation
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