Nursing the person with deteriorating health
Question 1.
a) The triage nurse suspects he is suffering from sepsis. Discuss the assessment tools that can be used to support that diagnosis? (10 marks).
b) Explain the pathophysiology involved with sepsis. (10 marks)
c) Discuss his immediate management required using timeframes and referral to a national policy where appropriate. (30 marks)
Question 4.
a) What concerns might you have and what precautions would you take? (10 marks)
b) What initial assessment and investigations would be required? (10 marks)
c) Drawing on your knowledge of pathophysiology, relevant policy, and guidelines, what care and management would Ash require in the next 24 hours? (30 marks)
