Open RN - End of Life Care - End Stage Heart Failure

Last modified by Stephen Monette on 2024/03/01 21:47

In this scenario, students will provide hospice care for Hector Fernandez, a 62-year-old Hispanic male with a history of chronic heart failure, new onset diabetes mellitus, an infected pressure ulcer, and recent Influenza A infection. Now in end-stage heart failure, Hector is in the actively dying phase of hospice care. Students will focus on conducting comprehensive assessments, managing symptoms, providing comfort care, and utilizing therapeutic communication with Hector and his family member at the bedside.

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Primary DisciplineNursing
Simulation TypeFacilitated
Development PartnerOpen RN - Open Resources for Nursing