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MODULE 3 ASSIGNMENT

Using the Nursing Process in Everyday Problem-Solving

I. Assessment

A. Objective Data

1) Patient is limping and grimaces, as if in pain, each time he bares weight on left leg.

B. Subjective

1) Patient states that his leg hurts. Each individual's perception of pain varies.

II. Analysis

A. Pain in left leg after bike accident, in which protective gear not used.

III. Plan

A. Short-Term Goal: Patient will be examined for possible sprain or stress fracture

B. Long-Term Goal: Patient will rest knee for at least 24 hours, or until pain and swelling

desist. After 24 hours, allow any activity that does not cause pain.

IV. Implementation

A. Apply a cold Pack to afflicted area to relieve pain and to help reduce swelling.

(To avoid direct contact with the skin, wrap the cold pack in a towel)