Summary NURS 152 Patient Introduction Christopher Parrish - Mercer Community | Christopher Parrish College

Christopher Parrish Patient Introduction Christopher Parrish Location: Medical-Surgical Unit 2315 Report from day shift nurse: Situation: Christopher Parrish is an 18-year-old male who was admitted at 1900 today. His mother visited him at his college dormitory and was very concerned with his health; he seemed weak and had lost weight since she last saw him. She took him to see his primary care provider, and the provider admitted him and has ordered a tube feeding. I placed an 8-Fr, 42-inch feeding tube in his right nares about an hour ago, and x-ray just called and confirmed placement in the stomach. The pump is in his room. He is up to the bathroom prn; otherwise bed rest. Background: Christopher was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as a child and has had frequent hospitalizations previously. He reports fatigue and has recently lost 6 kg (13.2 lb) after he registered at the local college and moved to live in a dormitory. Chris's mom was here earlier, but she is a single parent and has two younger boys, so she had to go home. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - -- 4. What are important assessments related to administration of enteral feedings? 5. Using Erikson’s developmental stages, discuss the importance of peer relationships/support group with other young adults with cystic fibrosis. 6. Identify potential patient safety issues related to nutritional status in the care of Christopher Parrish. 7. What other interprofessional team members should be involved in Christopher Parrish’s care? Concluding Questions - Answer these directly on this form Describe how you would apply the knowledge and skills that you acquired in Christopher Parrish’s case to an actual patient care situation.