Elderly Patient Analysis

The purpose of this paper is to complete a comprehensive evaluation on an elderly client. This comprehensive evaluation will give a brief history of the elderly client, along with a detailed evaluation of the client’s health status and maintenance. The elderly client of choice for this paper is Adejumoke Adewunmi. Ms. Adewunmi is a 63 year old, African female who lives in Baltimore, Maryland. Ms. Adewunmi was born on January 21, 1951, is a widow, and has four adult children who reside in the state of Maryland. She is employed as a Nurse at Mercy Hospital and is the main source of income in her household. Ms. Adewunmi experiences normal age related changes such as deteriorating eye sight; she however, has bowel and urinary continence, and normal hearing in both ears. Ms. Adewunmi wears glasses for day and night time vision, she drives, and remains healthy and active through proper nutrition and exercise. She has never had surgery, has no known allergies, does not smoke, and consumes wine occasionally. Ms. Adewunmi’s medical history consist of hypertension, fatigue, and anxiety. In order to maintain her health, Ms. Adewunmi takes Lotensin for hypertension, and multivitamins. Ms. Adewunmi has a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and has been employed as a nurse for 35 years, she states that nursing is her “passion and what keeps her striving every day to go to work despite her age is her patients and the need to supply for her family.” Ms. Adewunmi is the main source

Growing up with my grandparents had helped me determine my decision of pursuing a career in the medical field. My grandparents were Chinese farmers who would always reaching out for our neighbors and providing them with life needs. By growing up with them, I obtain their personalities as well. They taught me to be humble, responsible and caring. I remember a quote by Stephen Richard, “When you reach out to those in need, do not be surprised if the essential meaning of something occurs.” This quote was later proven by my own experience, which I would get this indescribable gratification I get after helping someone. Therefore, I wanted to become someone who can reaching out for others as my grandparents ever since I was little. Being in the

However, when my father suffered a serious stroke in January of this year, I truly began to understand what it means to take care of someone as I took it upon myself to become his caretaker. My father 's deteriorated state was unforgettable; he was unable to fully function nor complete simple tasks or communicate his needs. So, I listened to his concerns and resolved to take care of everything in his absence. Although we initially struggled through the frustrations and challenges of his condition, we eventually

“As many people, as many minds, each in his own way,” said Terence, a Second Century Roman Playwright. My experience observing an incredible little boy showed me the validity in this statement. The individual I observed is a patient at the Physical Therapy clinic where I am currently completing my internship. Most of the patients I see and interact with at the clinic are within the geriatric age range, and while I truly enjoy connecting and learning from individuals who possess more life experience than I, it is always refreshing to see a patient at the opposite end of the age spectrum walk through the door. Little did I know that this young child I would be observing would teach me far more than the science of his physical

The geriatric populace is said to be the largest growing section in our country. According to the U.S Census Bureau in 2010 there were 40.3 million people aged 65 and older, which is roughly 13 percent of our population and as the baby boomer generation started to turn 65 in 2011, our society is expecting a major boom in its geriatric population (census.gov June 2014). My neighbor Mr. C.T, who at 72 years of age falls within that age bracket, is a prime example of individuals of retirement age that are residing at home and living with health problems affecting their level of adaptation. Their health problems in addition to their social needs will need to be addressed and using our nursing

This week’s discussion board focuses on the video, “Living Old”. It reviews the relationships of parents and children as the aging process occurs. The topics discussed were deciding when to stop treatment and end-of-life decision making. These are often difficult conversations to have with our family members. However, I believe it is a conversation that needs to take place before it is too late. (Navasky & O’Conner, 2006)

This was the second time coming back to the nursing home visit. I was excited that I get to chat with the resident again. My resident was eating breakfast when I walked into the room and she had no idea that I was coming back that day. I got very anxious because she might not want to be bothered, but I was wrong. She was very welcoming and happy that I came back to visit. We had long conversations about her life and new things that came up since the last time we met. I also did an assessment on my resident this time around since I was not able to during our last visit. I explained the whole process to her while doing the assessment and make sure she knows everything that I am doing. Compared to the first visit, I was much more comfortable.

Older adults need the list to be presented at a slower speed in order to improve recall. This is because older adults experience a slowing down in the speed of processing. This is mostly due to the fact older adults also experience a decrease in the amount of dopamine, serotonin, and acetylcholine. These three are all important in high cognitive functioning.

Growing up my older handicapped brother and I were raised by a hardworking single mom. Her commitment to become a registered nurse through many different obstacles prompted me to always push for what I wanted. My mother being the only guardian I had, lead her to become my role model. With that position being held, she became my initial introduction to the medical field, as she entered college to gain her nursing degree. With the abundance of studying and learning that she had to do, I gained some knowledge about the

Finally, I will talk about what I learned from this experience and how it will impact me as a nurse. While this paper only features one person, the concepts can be applied to the majority of the older generation.

Client safety is an important and vital component of quality nursing care. Conducting a focused geriatric assessment as part of the standard assessment can also improve older adults quality of life and keep them as independent as possible for as long as possible( Elsawy, B., & Higgins, K. E. 2011). Monitor vital signs and perform peripheral neurovascular assessment and document findings. Keep Audrey’s bed in a low position and keep needed items within easy reach of her to promote safety and prevent fall. Keep call bell within easy reach of Audrey and encourage to ask for assistance whenever needed. Encourage Audrey to wear compression stockings as hip fractures carry a significant risk of developing a venous thromboembolism. The National

However, as time progressed my nana’s once sweet smell became stale and her loving embrace started to weaken. she became a shadow of who she was. Dazed and confused, I struggled to hold onto her once strong presence and witnessed a semblance of the strong warm woman that she personified throughout her life. My mother had warned me of the effects of Alzheimer's, but witnessing the transition of my once vibrant Nana turning into a feeble old woman was something that couldn’t be explained. It was something that no one could prepare me for. It was a perspective that helped me grow into the person I am today.

I agree with you Danica Lee Nichols. I have worked with kids 20 plus years. I have personally seen how children can benefit from the attention of an elderly person. It really opens the children's minds and they become more understanding. I, myself, have always enjoyed the company of an elderly person.

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Having my grandmother living with us, has had an immense impact on my choice of a career in nursing because when I help her and she smiles and sometimes is even jubilant, it makes me smile and feel good. My grandmother has her special way of communicating and showing us that she enjoys the care she receives, and I love giving her the care she needs. While she's not happy all the time because she does have depression, making her happy matters to me. There are times when she cries and yells, “God take me now! I want to die!” It’s troublesome and hurts to see someone go through such pain when you try your best to take care of them, her agony forces me to do better, to make her feel comfortable, happy and cared for all the time. I don’t shy away from helping her with her basic needs and I prefer we have her at home with us.