Scenario Mr. Seth is a 73-year-old man who presents to the clinic…

Question Answered step-by-step Scenario Mr. Seth is a 73-year-old man who presents to the clinic… ScenarioMr. Seth is a 73-year-old man who presents to the clinic with complaints of tinnitus, increasing inability to hear when in a group, and need to turn up the volume of the television. He also reports that since his wife’s death two months ago, he states things have not been going well at home. He has not been able to handle things because he refuses to seek medical attention. He is upset and is worried that he will not be able to stay in his home. His children live in another state and have not been home to help him making him feel more depress.  Mr. Seth’s vital signs are Temp 98.18º F, BP 172/92 mmHg, PR 68 bpm, and RR of 24 cpm. Tympanogram shows fluid in the middle ear and perforated eardrum. Mr. Seth’s history reveals that he had history of frequent ear infections. He feels that he will become a burden to his children if he will undergo surgical treatment. He also talks openly about how depressed he has been since his wife died.  Questions1. The medical diagnosis for Mr. Seth is primary hearing impairment? What are the clues in the scenario that support this diagnosis?  2. What risk factors does Mr. Seth have that contribute to his diagnosis?  3. List three priority nursing diagnoses for Mr. Seth.  4. Mr. Seth has many worries about his ability to manage at home. What are primary nursing management for an older adult with hearing impairment? If Mr. Seth’s condition is permanent and opted not to undergo surgery, what other choices can be beneficial to him? Health Science Science Nursing NURSING 1000 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)