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Everett Vaughn is 47-year-old male who was diagnosed with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome 7 years ago. He was hospitalized for 7 days to receive IV antiviral therapy for treatment of low-grade fever, nausea, vomiting, and mental status change. He has been discharged from hospital and home health services have been ordered.

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1. Discuss safety concerns that may arise for the patient who is caring for himself at home. 

2. Identify 3 assessment considerations the nurse would consider for a patient receiving IV therapy in a home environment. 

3. List 2 indicators that the nurse would utilize to determine needs for placement of higher level of care. 

4. Identify local resources for clients who are unable to fully care for themselves. 

5. Determine the educational plan of a client in the home to address the following: 

a. PICC line care and maintenance 

b. Self-administration of IV therapy. 

c. Home safety strategies 

d. When to notify healthcare professional

SCIENCE
HEALTH SCIENCE
NURSING
NR 442

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