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Management of Elderly Patient With Leg Ulcer - Assignment

   

Added on  2020-07-22

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NSB026: Nursing Practice CapstoneInsert student name and number hereInsert tutorial class time and tutor name hereCase Study AbstractTITLE OF CASE A descriptive title – “Management of elderly patient with leg ulcer”RELEVANCE OF CASEThe case is relevant as it provide details about treatment which is provided to patients suffering from leg ulcers. The case will provide information to RN's on how to Render better and effective care to patients suffering from leg ulcer. CASE PRESENTATION – NURSING ASSESSMENTMr X is a 72-year-old man and he was admitted to the hospital with a chronic leg ulcer. Earlier he was having history of type 2 Diabetes and he has struggled for controlling his blood sugar levels. He has developed leg ulcer and it requires regular dressing. The patient has also reduced his mobility and due to this he is unable to perform his routine functions effectively. Three types of assessment will be performedon the patient and it comprise - Biological assessment Psychological assessment Sociological assessment Page 1 of 3

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