The purpose of this academic paper is to explore the concept of prioritization from a nursing lens which will adequately incorporate the research presented from the final concept map. Using evidence-based literature, this paper will incorporate the information from the given case scenario and examine one priority pathophysiology, discuss the priority complication related to the chosen pathophysiology, and consider five priority nursing interventions specific to the chosen complication.
Priority Pathophysiology
According to the given case scenario, the individual has two main pathological diseases including pneumonia and stage 4 breast cancer. Pneumonia is recognized as a serious lung infection which has been associated with an increased risk of hospital admission and mortality for several decades (Greenwood, 2008). It is important to prioritize pneumonia as the primary health care concern because pneumonia is the most common form of infection in individuals diagnosed with cancer and is correlated with elevated mortality rates (Oie et al, 2013). Pneumonia was chosen as the priority pathophysiology because it further deteriorates the individual’s immune system through the active bacterial growth, and compromises the individual’s ability to maintain a patent airway. Thus, the earlier the treatment for pneumonia begins, the fewer risks of complicating treatments associated with cancer. However, if treatment is delayed, the respiratory system is further suppressed as the bacterial pneumonia progresses and increases the individual’s risk for mortality.
Priority Clinical Complication
Pneumonia is an acute …show more content…
Although health care illnesses can be emotionally and physically challenging, through the delivery of adequate health care services, patients can definitely lead a meaningful
Priority Pathophysiology
According to the given case scenario, the individual has two main pathological diseases including pneumonia and stage 4 breast cancer. Pneumonia is recognized as a serious lung infection which has been associated with an increased risk of hospital admission and mortality for several decades (Greenwood, 2008). It is important to prioritize pneumonia as the primary health care concern because pneumonia is the most common form of infection in individuals diagnosed with cancer and is correlated with elevated mortality rates (Oie et al, 2013). Pneumonia was chosen as the priority pathophysiology because it further deteriorates the individual’s immune system through the active bacterial growth, and compromises the individual’s ability to maintain a patent airway. Thus, the earlier the treatment for pneumonia begins, the fewer risks of complicating treatments associated with cancer. However, if treatment is delayed, the respiratory system is further suppressed as the bacterial pneumonia progresses and increases the individual’s risk for mortality.
Priority Clinical Complication
Pneumonia is an acute …show more content…
Although health care illnesses can be emotionally and physically challenging, through the delivery of adequate health care services, patients can definitely lead a meaningful