The document describes a patient encounter on 10/4/2020 at 7am. The patient presented with an ineffective breathing pattern and was pale with decreased breath sounds in the right lung. Vital signs were normal except for tachycardia. The nurse monitored vitals every 4 hours, assessed the patient's respiratory status, demonstrated breathing and coughing techniques, and encouraged rest, hydration, and breathing exercises to promote wellness. At the end of the encounter, the patient reported easier breathing but remained tachypneic.
The document describes a patient encounter on 10/4/2020 at 7am. The patient presented with an ineffective breathing pattern and was pale with decreased breath sounds in the right lung. Vital signs were normal except for tachycardia. The nurse monitored vitals every 4 hours, assessed the patient's respiratory status, demonstrated breathing and coughing techniques, and encouraged rest, hydration, and breathing exercises to promote wellness. At the end of the encounter, the patient reported easier breathing but remained tachypneic.
The document describes a patient encounter on 10/4/2020 at 7am. The patient presented with an ineffective breathing pattern and was pale with decreased breath sounds in the right lung. Vital signs were normal except for tachycardia. The nurse monitored vitals every 4 hours, assessed the patient's respiratory status, demonstrated breathing and coughing techniques, and encouraged rest, hydration, and breathing exercises to promote wellness. At the end of the encounter, the patient reported easier breathing but remained tachypneic.
The document describes a patient encounter on 10/4/2020 at 7am. The patient presented with an ineffective breathing pattern and was pale with decreased breath sounds in the right lung. Vital signs were normal except for tachycardia. The nurse monitored vitals every 4 hours, assessed the patient's respiratory status, demonstrated breathing and coughing techniques, and encouraged rest, hydration, and breathing exercises to promote wellness. At the end of the encounter, the patient reported easier breathing but remained tachypneic.
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DATE AND TIME FOCUS
10/4/2020 Ineffective breathing pattern D---Received patient on bed,
7am alert afebrile, with IV fluids to follow was D5NM 1 L, with occasional cough; normal vital signs within normal limits except for tachycardia. Pale conjunctivae, lips and oral mucosa, and right lung field with decreased tactile fremitus. Presence of dull and decreased breath sound. A--Monitored vital signs every 4 hours; Established rapport; Monitored respiration and breath sound; Assessed respiratory status; Noted chest movement; Evaluated clients cough and or gag reflex and swallowing ability Assisted patient on comfortable position; thought patient appropriate deep breathing and coughing techniques; Promoted wellness; Demonstrated client in performing specific airway clearance; Administered medication as ordered; Encourage hydration at least 8 glasses of water; Encourage the patient to have adequate rest period; Encourage deep breathing exercise and coughing exercise; Advise client to avoid cold places; Encourage position of comfort