Different Communication Strategies Analysis

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INFANT CASE STUDY
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FEBRUARY 24, 2020

ICS 1
Contents
Communication strategies............................................................................................. 2
Safety concerns....................................................................................................... 2
Rationale............................................................................................................... 2
Early and late indications........................................................................................... 3
Mild, moderate and severe dehydration..........................................................................3
Nursing action......................................................................................................... 4
Diarrhoea causes dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.....................................................4
Treatments............................................................................................................. 5
Actions for antipyretic administration............................................................................5
Assessment findings................................................................................................. 5
References................................................................................................................ 7

ICS 2
Communication strategies
The therapeutic relationship is defined as the relationship between a patient and a
healthcare professional like a nurse. It needs effective communication to build a therapeutic
relationship. Three different communication strategies that can be utilized in this case include
Active listening, empathy, and providing information. Active listening means being attentive
to what family member (Yasmin's aunt) is saying, as it will help her to discuss Yasmin's
problem. Empathy is the ability to understand a client's situation and react accordingly. Being
empathetic can help Yasmin’s Aunt to feel safe and respected. Providing enough information
will reduce her anxiety and help her make decisions (Hill & Knox, 2009).
Safety concerns
One of the safety concerns is the consent form that must be taken from the guardian.
As Yasmin's parents are not available and, in their absence, their permission is still necessary.
This can delay Yasmin's treatment. Another major concern is the diarrhea issue, which in
advance stage can affect the patient's cognitive health, reduce weight, and delays puberty.
Healthy develop of a child require healthy absorption of nutrient in the body (Das, 2015).
Due to the complications Yasmin's is facing, she might be facing malabsorption issues which
may result in other health issues like irritability, dental problems, and anemia.
Rationale
Some of the assessment results that are of concern are refusal to fluids, poor skin
turgor, irritability, lethargy, weak movements in limbs. These symptoms are a clear sign of
dehydration which can result in a lack of nutrition in the body and may affect the
development of the child. If the lost fluid is replaced, the mild dehydration can be cured, but
continuous vomiting and diarrhea for many days can be fatal (Vega & Avva, 2019). it has
been reported that the dehydration caused by acute diarrhea disorder are among the major