Nursing Assignment: Risk Factors and Assessment Tools

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NURSING ASSIGNMENT
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Introduction:
The patient, Leonardis 73 year old stays alone at home. He has reported reduced level
of social participation over the past six months. Upon presentment the patient is assessed to
be febrile and hypertensive. The patient also suffers from a urinary tract infection. The
medical history of the patient includes cognitive impairment, a decubitus ulcer on the left leg,
arthritis, anaemia, industrial deafness, hypertension and urine urgency. This paper intends to
identify the primary risk factors related to the holistic wellness of Leonard. The paper would
also discuss about the 3 best practice assessment tools that are used by nurses to provide
effective care to the concerned patient.
Discussion:
Identification of health-risk factors:
The first risk factor that can be identified in this case would include social isolation
and increased loneliness. In close relation to the case study, it has been mentioned that
Leonard stays alone and his wife had died of cancer, 3 years ago. Further, it has also been
mentioned that he has no children and has two sisters who visit him once a week. Further, it
has also been reported that Leonard has a history of industrial deafness and cognitive
impairment and has lost interest in activities that interested him. This suggests that he is at an
increased risk of developing depression due to social isolation (Courtin and Knapp 2017).
The second risk factor can be identified as his difficulty in mobilizing and in
effectively carrying out activities of daily living. Studies suggest that advancing age leads to
the deterioration of muscles and bone strength which increases the risk of falls (Ambrose et
al. 2013). Therefore, Leonard is susceptible to falls and accidental injuries due to his
advancing age and reduced ability to perform activities of daily living.