Amanda Blaire Scenario 1
Amanda is due now for a scheduled 2-hour position change.
ord
er Step Explanation
1 Assess for pain and administer pain medication if
needed
Pain can be increased with changing position, need
to treat pain in a timely manner
2 Instruct patient about the position ch...
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Amanda Blaire Scenario 1
Amanda is due now for a scheduled 2-hour position change.
ord
er Step Explanation
1 Assess for pain and administer pain medication if Pain can be increased with changing position, need
needed to treat pain in a timely manner
2 Instruct patient about the position change and what Ensures more cooperation from the patient
position will be achieved
3 Have Amanda use grab bar over bed to assist with Assists with the change in position
turning from left side to right side
4 Inspect skin for signs of breakdown When a patient is bedbound there is an increased
chance of skin breakdown
5 Use pillows to position Amanda in proper alignment Ensures comfort and decreased chance of skin
breakdown
Amanda Blaire Scenario 2
, Amanda is complaining of increased pain in her injured leg.
order Step Explanation
1 Assess toes for pain, pallor, paresthesia, paralysis, Ensure cast is not too tight
and pulse
2 Assess traction setting to ensure proper alignment Misalignment can increase pain
3 Reposition Amanda to more comfortable side Non-pharmacologic pain relief measure
4 Look up pain medication administration schedule Ensures pain medication is given at correct time
and administer if can be given and dose
5 Reassess pain level in 30 minutes and document Always reassess after an intervention to ensure
findings effectiveness of intervention
Amanda Blaire Scenario 3
Amanda is scheduled for pin care to the affected site. The nurse has read the order and gathered supplies
for the procedure. Amanda has been informed of the procedure.
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