Homework
For this homework, you will need to evaluate your practice experiences and detail a time when you cared for a client with a chronic illness or disability.
I. Background information on the individual you cared for (without violations of HIPAA) and their chronic disease or disability. Describe it in sufficient detail to create a clear picture of the situation.
II. Describe the care required for this client. (Highlight the differences in care/needs between this client and others you have cared for without this disease/disability.)
III. Discuss your (the nurse's) legal and ethical responsibility in relation to this client/group. What influence can a professional nurse exert on this issue from a legislative or policy standpoint? (Think about current legislation, current ethical issues, or possible legislative needs for this client or others with similar issues.)
IV. What could/should you have done differently in caring for this client? (Consider insights you have now that may have altered your interactions and what you might do differently today.) * Described how the care provided would differ with new knowledge of disability and chronic disease. Thoughtful response with clear examples.
V. Describe the impact this situation has had on your career/nursing practice. (Consider what others could learn for use in a future situation or interaction.) *Thoughtful response with clear examples.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
• The answer must be using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, typed, with one-inch margins on all sides.
• The response also includes a cover page containing the student's name, the title of the homework, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
• Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.