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B.Patrick Matthews, an active and popular college baseball star, was treated in your emergency department after...

B.Patrick Matthews, an active and popular college baseball star, was treated in your emergency department after being hit in the face with a baseball. He talked a great deal to the staff about his concerns, and the staff all commented on how likable he was. Patrick’s eyes needed to be patched, and he received instructions to stay in an environment with minimal activity. His father has brought Patrick back to the hospital today. Patrick has refused to engage in conversation and has cut off contact with his friends. On the second night after the injury, Patrick showed signs of hallucinations that a roommate was talking to him and delusions that he was being poisoned through his meals. You have been assigned to give nursing care to Patrick the next morning.

1. Determine what additional information you might need.

2. Identify any specific concerns that you have about communicating with Patrick.

3. Examine the possible sources for disturbances in sensory perception that you believe are critical for Patrick.

4. Prioritize the areas you need to address in determining your nursing care.

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