NURS1103: Person-Centred Assessment Questions and Rationale

This nursing assignment focuses on a person-centred care assessment for a 48-year-old widow, Mrs. Violet Kwong, who has a non-healing wound following melanoma removal and is experiencing social isolation. The assignment involves formulating five open-ended questions to collect cues related to the patient's physical comfort, emotional support, family involvement, cultural needs, and understanding of the healing process. Each question is supported by research literature, emphasizing the importance of patient-centered care in addressing holistic needs. The rationale behind the questions highlights the significance of assessing physical and emotional well-being, family support, cultural values, and patient education to ensure patient safety and improve care outcomes. The assignment also includes a reflection on the learning experience, emphasizing the application of person-centered care principles in daily nursing practice and adherence to the NMBA nursing standards. The provided vital signs assessment reveals abnormal blood pressure, heart rate, and elevated temperature, in addition to social isolation. The assignment concludes with a list of references used to support the assessment and rationale.