NUR251 S1 2020: Comprehensive Nursing Care Plan for AKI Patient

This NUR251 assessment provides a comprehensive nursing care plan for a patient with acute kidney injury (AKI). It includes initial assessments such as urine output, fluid status evaluation, medical history, and vital signs. The care plan addresses key nursing problems including risk of fluid volume deficit, electrolyte imbalance, and unstable blood glucose levels, with specific goals, interventions, rationales, and evaluation criteria. Furthermore, the assignment emphasizes the importance of patient education regarding lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and fluid management upon discharge. It also covers medication administration, including calculations for infusion rates and pharmacokinetic considerations for drugs like Furosemide. The assignment is designed to ensure effective ongoing management of AKI and related conditions in a home setting.