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NURS11325 Lab 1 CLINICAL CASE SCENARIO ASSIGNMENT Instructions: Complete ALL three clinical case scenarios by answering all the questions (a & b) for each scenario. The content should not exceed

a total of 3-4 pages (this does not include the questions). Each answer should be at least 1 well developed paragraph (no point form answers). All answers must be cited (a & b, with at least 6 citations total) from credible sources. You may use up to two books and at least one peer reviewed journal article or one reputable internet site. The answers should be supported by current evidence-based practice. Include the questions in bold font and type the answers under each question. Refer to the assignment rubric for the evaluation criteria. The completed assignment must be submitted to the Assignment Box on SLATE. Marks will be deducted for late and/or incomplete submission as per Sheridan Late Assignment policy. REQUIREMENTS: a. Typed and double spaced. b. Not exceeding 3-4 pages, excluding the cover page and reference page and questions. c. Grammatically correct with proper sentence structure. d. Proper citations as per APA 7th edition format. e. Proper Reference page as per APA 7th edition. Page 2 of 2 Case Scenario #1 You are taking care of Mrs. Sullin, a 72-year-old patient with uncontrolled diabetes, poor vision, and leg neuropathy limiting her mobility. You notice that she has been very sad and weepy lately and gets very upset when the HCP says she can't have the chocolate brought by her granddaughter. (a). How will you communicate with Mrs. Sullin? (b). What would be your next steps as a nurse? Case Scenario #2 You are assigned to Mr. Jones, a 70-year-old resident, has a medical history of Alzheimer's disease. Recently, he returned to the Long term care home after 4 weeks of hospitalization due to a fall. He broke his right elbow, and he has a sling to support his right arm. He appears in pain, but he has been refusing any medications for his pain. As a result of this, he seems to be agitated. (a) How will you approach Mr. Jones? What supports would you expect to see in his room to promote safe mobility and positioning of his arm (provide 3 examples with rationales)? (b) What non-pharmacological pain method options could you offer him (provide 3 examples and rationales)? Case Scenario #3 You have been assigned to care for a client with chicken pox who also has an open leg wound positive for MRSA (methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus). (a) What appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used when caring for this client? List all the appropriate PPE and explain the correct procedures/sequencing for donning and doffing PPE for this case scenario. (b) Also, explain why this PPE should be used and any other IPAC considerations based on this case scenario.