Module 05 assignment – designing a care map
If you have been assigned a specific musculoskeletal disorder to research, it’s important to gather information about the condition, including its causes, symptoms, and treatments. This information can be gathered from medical textbooks and journal articles as well as other trustworthy sources such as reliable websites.
When you are able to understand the disorder you will be able to begin developing a care plan. Nursing diagnoses are statements that describe a client’s health problem and provide the basis for selecting nursing interventions. The nursing care plan should be individualized and based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences.
In developing the nursing diagnosis and care plan, you will need to consider the client’s physical, emotional, and social needs, as well as any cultural or ethical considerations that may apply. You may also need to consider the potential complications or comorbidities associated with the disorder, and how these may affect the client’s overall health.
When citing sources, it’s important to use a recognized citation style such as APA. For any ideas or information that you have not created, in-text citations are required. You also need to list references at the end.
As for a question for your peer, if you have chosen Osteomyelitis, Paget’s Disease, or Tendinitis, you may ask: What are some of the nursing interventions that have been found to be effective in managing this condition?