Registered Nurse's Role: Clinical Deterioration Case Study Analysis

This report provides a detailed analysis of a nursing case study involving a patient who experienced clinical deterioration. It examines the roles and responsibilities of a registered nurse in detecting and escalating patient decline, highlighting missed opportunities in care, communication, and clinical competence. The report emphasizes the importance of early warning tools, pain assessment, and documentation in ensuring safe nursing practice. It also discusses the limitations of early warning tools and analyzes relevant literature on human factors, cognitive biases, teamwork, and effective communication within the healthcare setting. Furthermore, the report develops strategies to mitigate risks associated with missed opportunities and considers how healthcare services could collaborate with families to prevent similar incidents. The conclusion summarizes key findings and underscores the critical role of registered nurses in patient care and safety, emphasizing the benefits of early intervention and effective communication.