8.14 Learning Activities
Learning Activities
Renal Case Study (Case Study answers are located in the Answer Key.)
Jacob, a 32-year-old male, presents to the emergency department with severe pain on his right flank. The pain started suddenly and has been intensifying over the past 4 hours. On examination, he is found to be in moderate distress, pale, diaphoretic, and has a blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg. His heart rate is 120 bpm, respiratory rate is 26 breaths/min, and temperature is 37.2°C. Physical examination reveals right costovertebral angle tenderness and marked dehydration.
“Renal Glossary Cards” by Open RN is licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0
“Renal; Question Set 1” by Open RN is licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0
“Renal Stone Match-Up” by Open RN is licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0
“Renal Question Set 2” by Open RN is licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0
Telehealth Scenarios
Telehealth is an innovative technology that can bridge the gap between health care professionals and clients, especially for clients who live in remote areas. Telehealth not only makes healthcare more accessible but can also provide continuity of care and prevent unnecessary hospitalizations. Nurses who provide telehealth services become digital communicators and educators, merging clinical expertise with empathy and effective online communication.
Practice using effective telehealth communication in the following scenarios with Carolyn Smith, an 85 year old Caucasian female with mild dementia who was recently discharged from the hospital with chronic kidney disease, Stage IV:
Carolyn Smith, Telehealth Visit 1: Post-hospitalization Follow-Up
Carolyn Smith, Telehealth Visit 2: Identifying Learning Needs
Carolyn Smith, Telehealth Visit 3: Evaluating Health Teaching
