Part 2
J.P. is a 45-year-old man who presents to the outpatient
clinic with two swollen toes on his right foot. He does not recall
injuring his foot.
Subjective Data
Pain level is a 6/10 location = right foot, throbbing
Works as a truck driver
Objective Data
Vital signs: T 37 P 80 R 14 BP 120/68
+2 edema great toe and second toe, right foot, warm to
touch
+ pulses
+2 capillary refill
Questions
1. What other assessments should be included for this
patient?
a. From the readings, what is the most probable cause of the
edema?
b. What are two (2) nursing diagnoses related to the patient's
situation?
c. What would be included in the nursing care plan? Explain
your answer.
d. Discuss three (3) interventions that might be included in
the plan of care for this patient. Explain your answer.