NR305 Week 8 Discussion: Reflection on End of Life Care(Graded)

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Description

Purpose

The purpose of this reflection is for learners to apply this week’s lesson on assessment at end of life to past practice experiences, and to consider how knowledge gained this week might shape future practice.

Course Outcomes

This reflection enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:

CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)

CO 3: Describe physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual influences on an individual’s health status. (PO 1)

CO 6: Demonstrate professional behavior and caring during patient interactions. (POs 6, 7)

Due Date

• Answer post due by Wednesday 11:59 p.m. MT in Week 8
• Two replies to classmates and/or instructor due by Saturday 11:59 p.m. MT at the end of Week 8

Points Possible

50 points

Directions

• Reflection is an activity that involves your deep thought into your own experiences related to the concepts of the week. Answers should be detailed.
• Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers. Note that no scholarly sources are required for this reflection.

Reflection

Share with your classmates a time when you cared for a patient at the end of their life. This may be a time when you assisted the patient (or their support system) with decisions related to end of life care; or a time when you were present for the death of a patient.

• What were your observations related to this experience?
• Do you believe it was a peaceful death?
• What went well?
• Can you think of anything that could have made the experience better for the patient and/or family?

Week 8 Discussion: Reflection on End of Life En

Solution

What were your observations related to this experience?

I once provided end-of-life care for an 77-year-old female patient with dementia and stroke. The patient had the typical orders that are in place when in hospice, as well as typical patient concerns in regard to comfort. Pain control, control of respirations and secretions, repositioning for comfort, and good oral care were all important measures. Her daughter was with her most of the time and it was taking a toll on her, she seemed to be tired physically and emotionally.

Do you believe it was a peaceful death?

Yes, I believe her death was peaceful.  Her pain and respirations were controlled with morphine.  She seemed to be aware of her daughter at her bedside. She seemed to be comfortable most of the time until the end.

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