History of smoking and alcohol abuse.
Your patient is a 52-year-old male with a history of smoking and alcohol abuse. He presents to the ED with complaints of “my skin looks yellow, my stomach hurts, and I feel nauseous”. He is taken to CT and a tumor near the pancreas is observed. It appears to be blocking the common bile duct. Develop a plan of care for the patient. Use the attached concept map.
Sample Answer
Assessment
- The patient is a 52-year-old male with a history of smoking and alcohol abuse.
- He presents to the ED with complaints of jaundice, abdominal pain, and nausea.
- Physical examination reveals jaundiced skin and sclera, and a tender abdomen.
- CT scan shows a tumor near the pancreas that is blocking the common bile duct.