Status
Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
exhibits exhibits
The correct status for the
nursing diagnosis is
"exhibits," because Ms.
Park's illness is not a risk but
is present.
2 out of 2
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Status
Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
exhibits exhibits
The correct status for the
nursing diagnosis is
"exhibits," because Ms.
Park's illness is not a risk but
is present.
2 out of 2
Diagnosis
Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
constipation constipation
Ms. Park has not had a bowel
movement in five days, and
shows subjective and
objective signs of
constipation. Constipation is
the highest priority diagnosis
as relieving it will have the
quickest, most widespread
impact on the Ms. Park's
condition, including on her
abdominal discomfort.
2 out of 2
Etiologies
Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
deficient fluid intake deficient fluid intake
The amount of fluid and fiber
Ms. Park reports in her diet is
insufficient for regular
gastrointestinal functioning.
Other options listed are not
appropriate etiologies for Ms.
Park's case.
2 out of 2
immobility deficient fiber intake
The amount of fluid and fiber
Ms. Park reports in her diet is
insufficient for regular
gastrointestinal functioning.
Other options listed are not
appropriate etiologies for Ms.
Park's case.
0 out of 2
Care Plan : 20 of 52 (38.5%)
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Signs & Symptoms
Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
defecation fewer than two
times per week
defecation fewer than two
times per week
Ms. Park presents with
abdominal tenderness and
discomfort, defecation fewer
than two times per week,
distended abdomen,
generalized fatigue, and a
palpable abdominal mass.
2 out of 2
abdominal discomfort
Ms. Park presents with
abdominal tenderness and
discomfort, defecation fewer
than two times per week,
distended abdomen,
generalized fatigue, and a
palpable abdominal mass.
0 out of 2
abdominal tenderness
Ms. Park presents with
abdominal tenderness and
discomfort, defecation fewer
than two times per week,
distended abdomen,
generalized fatigue, and a
palpable abdominal mass.
0 out of 2
distended abdomen
Ms. Park presents with
abdominal tenderness and
discomfort, defecation fewer
than two times per week,
distended abdomen,
generalized fatigue, and a
palpable abdominal mass.
0 out of 2
generalized fatigue
Ms. Park presents with
abdominal tenderness and
discomfort, defecation fewer
than two times per week,
distended abdomen,
generalized fatigue, and a
palpable abdominal mass.
0 out of 2
palpable abdominal mass
Ms. Park presents with
abdominal tenderness and
discomfort, defecation fewer
than two times per week,
distended abdomen,
generalized fatigue, and a
palpable abdominal mass.
0 out of 2
Self Assessment 0 out of 0
Prompt Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
Constipation is the
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Why should
constipation be
prioritized as the most
important diagnosis
for Esther Park?
1
highest priority
nursing diagnosis
because it is the root
cause of Ms. Park's
abdominal discomfort.
Treating her
constipation will lead
to improvement of all
of her signs and
symptoms, resulting in
the greatest
improvement to her
overall well-being.
When multiple
aspects of a patient's
condition require
treatment, prioritize
the diagnosis that has
the greatest impact on
the patient's wellbeing when treated,
and is treatable within
a reasonable
timeframe.
0 out of 0
Planning 2 out of 22
Short-Term Goal
Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
To induce a bowel movement
that relieves the patient's
constipation, resulting in
patient reporting relief and
diminished pain, within an
emergency department visit.
To induce a bowel movement
that relieves the patient's
constipation, resulting in
patient reporting relief and
diminished pain, within an
emergency department visit.
Relieving Ms. Park's
constipation will have the
quickest, most widespread
benefit on her acute health
condition, more so than other
options that promote longterm health but are not an
immediate priority.
2 out of 2
Interventions
Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
Administer a mineral oil based
enema with physician’s order
(no refills)
The five interventions
prioritized for Ms. Park will all
directly lead to a bowel
movement and keep Ms. Park
safe and informed throughout
the process. Interventions
such as education, while
beneficial for the patient's
long-term health, should not
be prioritized above relieving
her acute constipation.
0 out of 2
Assess and fulfill patient
needs for ambulating to the
bathroom
The five interventions
prioritized for Ms. Park will all
directly lead to a bowel
movement and keep Ms. Park
safe and informed throughout
the process. Interventions
such as education, while
beneficial for the patient's
long-term health, should not
be prioritized above relieving
her acute constipation.
0 out of 2
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Have patient ambulate the
length of the hallway with
patient care tech assistance
The five interventions
prioritized for Ms. Park will all
directly lead to a bowel
movement and keep Ms. Park
safe and informed throughout
the process. Interventions
such as education, while
beneficial for the patient's
long-term health, should not
be prioritized above relieving
her acute constipation.
0 out of 2
Provide patient with 500ml of
fluid and advise to drink over
the next 2 hours
The five interventions
prioritized for Ms. Park will all
directly lead to a bowel
movement and keep Ms. Park
safe and informed throughout
the process. Interventions
such as education, while
beneficial for the patient's
long-term health, should not
be prioritized above relieving
her acute constipation.
0 out of 2
Tell patient to leave any
outputs unflushed for
examination
The five interventions
prioritized for Ms. Park will all
directly lead to a bowel
movement and keep Ms. Park
safe and informed throughout
the process. Interventions
such as education, while
beneficial for the patient's
long-term health, should not
be prioritized above relieving
her acute constipation.
0 out of 2
Intervention Rationale
Prompt Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
In 1 or 2 sentences,
explain how your
selected interventions
work to accomplish
your goal.
Given the time
constraints, an enema
is the appropriate
intervention to induce
a bowel movement in
Ms. Park. The other
interventions will help
aid in a bowel
movement, as well as
keep Ms. Park safe,
educated, and
hydrated during the
process.
It is important to
assure the
interventions you
carry out are relevant
and therapeutic for
this particular patient
so as not to waste
time or put the
patient's health at
risk.
0 out of 0
Data Collections
Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
Some of the appropriate data
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Ask about pain rating,
abdominal cramping, nausea,
and dizziness (subjective)
collections provide
information on your shortterm goal, in this case the
production of a complete
bowel elimination in Ms. Park.
Other data collections allow
you to assess the patient's
current status and any side
effects, dehydration, or
lingering pain she may have
and require treatment for.
0 out of 2
Ask about patient outputs,
presence of stool, and sense
of constipation (subjective)
Some of the appropriate data
collections provide
information on your shortterm goal, in this case the
production of a complete
bowel elimination in Ms. Park.
Other data collections allow
you to assess the patient's
current status and any side
effects, dehydration, or
lingering pain she may have
and require treatment for.
0 out of 2
Evaluate any stool for amount
and qualities (objective)
Some of the appropriate data
collections provide
information on your shortterm goal, in this case the
production of a complete
bowel elimination in Ms. Park.
Other data collections allow
you to assess the patient's
current status and any side
effects, dehydration, or
lingering pain she may have
and require treatment for.
0 out of 2
Evaluate for physical signs of
pain and/or cramping
(objective)
Some of the appropriate data
collections provide
information on your shortterm goal, in this case the
production of a complete
bowel elimination in Ms. Park.
Other data collections allow
you to assess the patient's
current status and any side
effects, dehydration, or
lingering pain she may have
and require treatment for.
0 out of 2
Perform dehydration tests
(skin turgor, dry mouth, urine
hat collection) and follow-up
as necessary (objective)
Some of the appropriate data
collections provide
information on your shortterm goal, in this case the
production of a complete
bowel elimination in Ms. Park.
Other data collections allow
you to assess the patient's
current status and any side
effects, dehydration, or
lingering pain she may have
and require treatment for.
0 out of 2
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Discussion Of Care 0 out of 0
Prompt Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
Explain the rationale
behind your nursing
diagnosis.
The decreased fiber
and fluids have
contributed to the
constipation you feel
and without the both
of them, stool does
not pass through the
colon.
Based on your lack of
recent bowel
movements and your
abdominal discomfort,
it appears that you are
constipated. Based on
the information you
gave in the interview,
it sounds like the
cause of this problem
is not getting enough
fluids or enough fiber
in your diet.
A patient should
understand their
nursing diagnosis and
the rationale behind it
to increase their sense
of involvement and to
identify areas for
future improvement.
0 out of 0
Explain your goal for
Ms. Park and the
interventions and data
collections through
which you will achieve
it.
I used the inspection
auscultation
percussion and
palpation.
In order to relieve your
constipation, the goal
is for you to have a
bowel movement, so
that your pain and
abdominal discomfort
are relieved. I'm going
to give you an enema,
which should be quick
and effective. I will
also have you walk
around to help get
your bowels moving.
Throughout the
process, I'll keep you
hydrated and make
sure that you're safe
and comfortable. I will
evaluate you for
dehydration and side
effects of the enema,
and ask about your
outputs. We're going
to do everything we
can to get your
bowels moving so you
can feel some relief!
You should
communicate the care
plan to the patient,
allowing them to have
involvement and
agency in their own
healthcare.
0 out of 0
Explicitly ask for Ms.
Park's consent to the
care plan.
can i have your
consent in proceeding
with the care plan?
Do I have your
consent to move
forward with these
interventions?
A patient must
consent to all
interventions in their
care plan.
Disagreements are
opportunities to
provide further patient
education and to
consider alternative
options.
0 out of 0
As a result of the
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Inform Ms. Park that
an enema may cause
side effects, such as
abdominal cramping,
nausea, dizziness,
and diarrhea.
enema, it's possible
that you could feel
cramping, nausea,
dizziness, and
diarrhea. If you notice
anything like this,
don't hesitate to let
me know.
Communicate
potential side effects
to a patient, so she is
aware of the risks and
feels comfortable
expressing any health
changes.
0 out of 0
Intervention & Evaluation 10 out of 10
Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
Fully Fully
Ms. Park's goal has been fully
achieved, because she has
had a bowel movement,
reporting a 0/10 pain rating
and feeling "completely
relieved of constipation."
These statements are
supported by the size and
consistency of her stool.
10 out of 10
Intervention & Evaluation Rationale 0 out of 0
Prompt Student Response Model Answer Explanation Points
Earned
Did you achieve your
goal of inducing a
bowel movement that
relieved the patient's
constipation, resulting
in the patient
reporting relief and
diminished pain?
No response
submitted
The goal of relieving
Ms. Park's
constipation has been
fully achieved
because the enema,
along with the other
interventions, induced
a bowel movement.
She stated that she
feels relieved and
empty, which shows
that the patient's
experience of signs
and symptoms has
greatly diminished.
Most importantly, her
discomfort has gone
away. She rated her
current pain as a 0 out
of 10. The objective
data that was
gathered also
supports this
evaluation, as the
characteristics of the
stool show that she
has had a complete
Multiple pieces of
data, both subjective
and objective, are
required to make a
credible and careful
assessment.
0 out of 0
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