NURSE 3206 (NURSE3206)

Kaitlin Podmore Stan Checketts VSIM  Document your focused assessment of Stan Checketts’ abdomen. o HR 129, BP 107/77, Resp 29, SPO2 90%, Temp 99 F, A & O x3, hyperactive BS, pain 6/10, c/o of cramping that hurts worse with activity. Vomiting provides temporary relief.  Document immediate priority actions related to the treatment of hypovolemic shock. o Administer fluids. NS 500 ml/30 min. Administer O2.  Document the changes in Stan Checketts’ vital signs throughout the sce...

1. How did the scenario make you feel? This scenario was good practice in prioritizing care accurately, since many vital skills were presented during this simulation. 2. When reflecting on the care of Stan Checketts, what are signs and symptoms you can assess in the next patient you care for who might be at risk for dehydration? Slow skin turgor, dry mucosa of the mouth and lips, complaining of nausea and vomiting the day prior. 3. Discuss signs and symptoms of hypovolemic shock. Common sig...