You are caring for a 20-year-old patient with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy who has been admitted for the relief of painful contractures in his lower extremities
When creating a nursing care plan for this patient, what variables should the nurse consider? Select all that apply.
A) Patient's gender
B) Patient's comorbid conditions
C) Type of procedure be performed
D) Changes in neurologic function due to the procedure
E) Prior effectiveness in relieving the pain
Ans: B, C, D, E
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The nursing care of patients who undergo procedures for the relief of chronic pain depends on the type of procedure performed, its effectiveness in relieving the pain, and the changes in neurologic function that accompany the procedure. The patient's comorbid conditions will also affect care, but his gender is not a key consideration.
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