Congestive Heart Failure Family Care

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Congestive Heart Failure Family Care

Mr. P condition requires not only the physical treatment but also most importantly a

psychological treatment. The patient should first of all be helped to regain hope in life and

realize his condition can be managed. Through this assertion, he will learn to appreciate his life

and strive to live healthy and happy. Psychological issues that affect patients with this condition

such as lack of social support and depression often lead to poor medical outcomes and therefore

it is essential to deal with them as they develop (Eliopoulos, 2015). Considering Mr. P’s age and

the fact that he was the main source of income in the family is one of the primary causes of

depression for the wife. Therefore, both Mr. P and his wife should be put in a guidance and

counseling program to help them come to term with the situation at hand.

These would be my recommended treatment plan for Mr. P recovery process. His wife

should accompany him for the weekly doctor’s appointment on the assessment of his recovery

process. His condition of edema emanating from CHF can be treated by administering anti-

steroids and anti-histamines to reduce tissue inflammation. The wife should ensure the

medications are taken as prescribed by the cardiologist. Proper nutrition and food varieties

should be strictly followed during and after the treatment process. Mr. P’s diet intake should

have little or no sodium to limit fluid retention in his body. A qualified dietician would be

endorsed in suggesting what meals would be appropriate for Mr. P. Other approaches such as

mild exercises are vital for the treatment plan (Gerstenblith, 2013). I would recommend yoga

classes to cater for both the mental and physical fitness. An all-inclusive approach is best for the

family to accommodate for Mr. P’s personal and medical aspects.

Family support and a constant assurance of the problem being under control reduce panic

and stress both on the family and the patient. Communication and delegation of duties to

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alleviate care burdens helps in the recovery process. The patient need not be excessively

overwhelmed with care given but also given a chance to exhibit self-efficacy reminding him he

is still the head of the household (Ackley & Ladwig, 2014). The nurse’s input and support in

having an in-depth conversation with the family will prepare them both emotionally and

mentally on ways of handling Mr. P’s condition with the utmost form of discretion. The nurse

could advise on the medical bills and mention available financial options accessible in settling

their debt.

From the case study, the family is presumed to be religious as Mr. P laments of his

medical condition. Therefore, a pastor or church members can arrange for a meeting to hold

prayers and give words of encouragement to the patient. The family should be made aware of

pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches as part of the treatment plan. Engaging

Mr. P in non-hyperbolic positive conversations and mild hobbies or interactive board games are

best for helping him take his mind off his condition. Health improvement and recuperation is the

most important outcome for Mr. P’s condition. The patient needs to maintain a stable heart

functioning, thus, the need to avoid any situation that may cause a relapse. The presence of his

wife will be assuring for him to manage the condition and hope for a brighter day.

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References

Ackley, B. & Ladwig, G. (2014). Nursing diagnosis handbook. Maryland Heights, Mo.: Mosby.

Eliopoulos, C. (2015). Gerontological nursing. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott

Williams & Wilkins.

Gerstenblith, G (2013). Treatment for Congestive Heart Failure. Retrieved 13 August 2016 from

http://www.healthcommunities.com/congestive-heart-failure/treatment-chf_jhmwp.shtml

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