APN105 Applying Nursing Practice- correct medical terminology

Task Instructions

To complete the assessment, you must respond to a number of questions, which are based on the case study. These questions must be answered in full. When responding to the questions, please pay attention to the entire question being asked, as well as the prescribed word count, if provided. Use the correct medical terminology when answering all questions.

Question 1

Define the term ‘holistic care’ 
Provide examples of how you would provide holistic palliative care to Mrs Hong and her family in each of the following 10 aspects.  

Question 2   

What document would outline Mrs Hong’s wishes for her care if she was unable to tell you?
What details might this document include?

 

Question 3    

 

a) Reflect on and outline your values, beliefs and attitude towards death and dying – give an example.  
b) State how your beliefs and values may affect your provision of care to the client- give 2 examples.

Question 4    

 

What is the scope of practice for an Enrolled nurse when caring for a dying client? (Refer to the NMBA Enrolled Nurse standards for practice –especially Code Conduct 3.6- End of Life Care). 

Describe how these standards and codes dictate the care ENs provide – give 4 points from the STANDARDS FOR PRACTICE and Codes of Conduct. (Word limit – 30 Words per point)

Question 5    

 

Identify physiological changes by body system that you may observe in a client who is dying- List two per system