Question Answered step-by-step Kyle ReevesAge: 8 yearsEthnicity: CaucasianReligion: Russian OrthodoxSex: MaleDiagnosis:  Cystic fibrosis, pulmonary exacerbation (respiratory distress)Pertinent medical history:  Kyle presented to his primary care provider with complaints of fever, increased fatigue, shortness of breath, and wheezing not relieved by albuterol nebulizer treatments at home. Since admission, fever and dull back pain have continued. Acetaminophen PRN has provided some pain relief and fever control. Patient is on an aggressive IV and oral antibiotic regimen and has scheduled respiratory treatments with the respiratory therapist.Pertinent social history: Parents are divorced; mother is primary caregiver. Plays baseball.Initial posts should answer the following questions:How would the nurse incorporate palliative care in the process of developing and implementing a plan of care in the above case study?Reflect on your feelings about providing palliative care to a pediatric patient.Cite your textbooks and at least one outside reference to support your answers. Health Science Science Nursing NUR 309 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)

Question Answered step-by-step Kyle ReevesAge: 8 yearsEthnicity: CaucasianReligion: Russian OrthodoxSex: MaleDiagnosis:  Cystic fibrosis, pulmonary exacerbation (respiratory distress)Pertinent medical history:  Kyle presented to his primary care provider with complaints of fever, increased fatigue, shortness of breath, and wheezing not relieved by albuterol nebulizer treatments at home. Since admission, fever and dull back pain have continued. Acetaminophen PRN has provided some pain relief and fever control. Patient is on an aggressive IV and oral antibiotic regimen and has scheduled respiratory treatments with the respiratory therapist.Pertinent social history: Parents are divorced; mother is primary caregiver. Plays baseball.Initial posts should answer the following questions:How would the nurse incorporate palliative care in the process of developing and implementing a plan of care in the above case study?Reflect on your feelings about providing palliative care to a pediatric patient.Cite your textbooks and at least one outside reference to support your answers. Health Science Science Nursing NUR 309 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)