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how would you select evidence based nursing interventions on a patient with shortness of breath, weight loss, and anxiety?
1. The most supported objective sign of dyspnea in the
literature is an increased use of accessory muscles of respiration.
Nursing interventions for dyspnea relief are geared toward reducing
the afferent activity from receptors in the respiratory muscles and
dealing with the affective component of dyspnea.
2. Keep a food and exercise diary.Graph weight weekly Stimulus
control.Limit food intake to one site in the home.Sit down at the
table to eat.Plan food intake for each day.Rearrange schedule to
avoid inappropriate eating.Save or reschedule everyday activities
for times when you are hungry.
3.1) Learning about anxiety.
2) Mindfulness.
3) Relaxation techniques.
4) Correct breathing techniques.
5) Cognitive therapy.
6) Behaviour therapy.
7) Counselling.
8) Dietary adjustments.
9) Breathing Exercises. Controlled breathing is one of the simplest
ways nurses can help patients manage their anxiety.
10) Guided Imagery.The effects of this technique are similar to
those of breathing exercises.
11) Calming Environments.
12) Soothing Music.