Walden UniversityNURS 6550week 5 i human

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Primary Diagnosis: COPD acute exacerbation Status/Condition: (Critical, Guarded, Stable, etc.) Stable Code Status: Full Code Allergies: NKDA Admit to Unit: NO Activity Level: bed rest Diet: Regu... lar Diet IVF (if ordered, include type and rate ): NA pt does not show dehydration or any other signs needing IVF at this time Critical Drips(If ordered, include type and rate. Do not defer to ICU Protocol): NA No critical drips are indicated Respiratory: To be given at a rate of 24–28% inspired oxygen via Venturi mask, with repeat blood gas analysis after 30–45 min of oxygen therapy.(“Acute Exacerbations of COPD - ScienceDirect,” n.d.) Medications: (include ALL, tx of primary condition, underlying conditions, pain, comfort needs etc. dose and route) 2.5 mg by nebulizer or 2 to 4 puffs (100 mcg/puff) by metered-dose inhaler q 2 to 6 h. Ipatropium an anticholinergic, is effective in acute COPD exacerbations and should be given concurrently or alternating with beta-agonists. Dosage is 0.25 to 0.5 mg by nebulizer or 2 to 4 inhalations (17 to 18 mcg of drug delivered per puff) by metered-dose inhaler q 4 to 6 h. Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole 160 mg/800 mg po bid for 7 days [Show More]

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