Analytical Essay - Case Analysis

Abstract

Nursing is generally thought of as an easy job in that the job of a nurse is that of a facilitator who provides support to other interlinked professionals, patients as well as their families. This could not be farther from reality in that nursing as a profession is evolving at a very rapid pace with new interventions and role developments for professional growth and career. The essay presents a case analysis of a selected case that represents understanding and application of theoretical models for critique. In the given case, the major problem is that of detoxification. Roger is living in denial. He has a drinking problem that he does not want to admit. In addition, he lacks support from parents. As suggested, he is financially dependent as well. In order to contribute to both individual and the society, it is imperative to adopt patent specific nursing interventions. This is also important for the nursing care process efficiency which is based mainly on systematic utilization. The case presented in the paper is not very unique. However, it is one which needs attention and immediate attention. There are certain symptoms in the patient that can lead him to self destruction.

Table of Contents

Introduction1

Case Summary1

Bio-medical and psychosocial issues2

Biomedical issues2

Psychosocial issues3

Appropriate theoretical model for critique5

Appropriate nursing interventions both for the individual and the community6

Anger and aggression6

Co-occurring mental disorders6

Nutritional evaluation7

Conclusion8

References9

Analytical Essay - Case Analysis

Introduction

Nursing is generally thought of as an easy job in that the job of a nurse is that of a facilitator who provides support to other interlinked professionals, patients as well as their families. This could not be farther from reality in that nursing as a profession is evolving at a very rapid pace with new interventions and role developments for professional growth and career. More and more avenues are being provided to nurses for promoting critical thinking (Meeus, 2011). The transition from student nurse to a professional nurse practitioner requires the completion of such tasks to assess the readability of the nurse to the real world situations on job.

The essay presents a case analysis of a selected case that represents understanding and application of theoretical models for critique. In doing so, the researcher conducted literature review on biomedical and psychological issues presented in the case and suggested appropriate nursing interventions both for the individual and the community.

Case Summary

Roger is 17 years old and has been transported to the Emergency Department by ambulance from a friend's party. On arrival he is rousable, smells strongly of alcohol and has a tachycardia of 130bpm. His friends state that he has been drinking shooters all night but deny any drug use. His immediate needs are well managed and the following day he is ready for discharge (Respress, 2010).His parents have moved and Roger states that he "does not get along with them anyway and does not want them contacted." Roger has been staying with various friends for the past 8 months. Roger does not attend school and has no regular means of ...