Chart Review & Pt Interview - Cardio Flashcards
what is an important part of the evaluation for a pt w/ CV compromise
chart review
specifics of a chart review
dx
date of even
sxs upon admission
sxs since admission
other significant medical problems
meds
RFs of heart dz
chest x-rays
occupation
family/home environment
parts of a pt interview
pt understanding of the dz
pt description of sxs
family
vocation
psychological profile
RF profile
leisure activities and exercise history
pt goals
what is needed to have a successful rehab program
pt must have a basic understanding of the dz and its manifestations
what does an early assement of the pt understanding give us
a baseline for beginning an educational program
how do we ask about a pt’s understanding of the dz
do you know what has happened since you’ve been in the hospital
pt description of sxs
makes future communication easier since it will define familiar terminology
why is the pt’s description of the sxs important
every pt describes their sxs differently
get a good understanding of how the pt describes their sxs
if the family is available
securing participation is important for success of the rehab program
what do we have to analyze with family
does the support system need education as well
what do we have to consider and inquire about vocation
physical activity on the job
level of responsibility
stress
why is information about vocation valuable
setting goals
planning the pt’s return to work
who should we consult with about the pt’s psychological profile
team member responsible for psychological care
what might someone responsible for psychological care provide
appropriate ways to approach the pt
suggestions for modifying the program
what does a psychological profile provide
an understanding of how the pt feels about what has happened to them
they may have encountered a near death experience
could be afraid or feel fragile
