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AbstractThis study provides information on a prescribing event, which is conducted for a 70-year-old cleaning lady, who is bed bound as a result of superficial detriment on left sheen. The prescribing event is adequately structured to present outstanding details related to tolerants condition, as her holistic needs have been thoroughly considered by the pupil govern run through up, who has been accompanied by her practice teacher during the event. The prescribing decision taken by the defend related to prescribing a first change and Allevyn Gentle Border as a secondary bandaging. It has been identify that this decision is evidence-based considering its extensive benefits, as defined in research.IntroductionThe purpose of the essay is to describe and critically analyse a prescribing event in which I was involved in my nursing practice. The focus is on providing an evidence-based rationale of the prescribing event.Confidentiality StatementAs a savant regularise keep, M ary Brown is allowed access to the records of the lymph gland in this effort, research subjects and operational business information. Information which is at a time related to the client and whitethorn include paper records or oral communication is identified as strictly confidential. Thus, Mary Brown is limited to the minimum amount of confidential information that is required to get to the intended purpose of the prescribing event.Description of the Prescribing Event and Analysis of the SituationThe pupil order comfort authoritative a referral from the G.P. that Mrs D has a annoy on the left sheen, is bed bound and needs wound assessment and treatment. The nature of the prescribing event is anticipated because I knew beforehand the reason for visiting the client. Except the student as an active participant in the event, other participants present were practice teacher, patient, and patients husband. The case is represented by a 70-year-old, bed bound female, with superfic ial wound to left sheen. Although the skin close to the wound has been identified as extremely dry and fragile, the student nurse has also recognised it is easy creamed. Upon assessing the client, no other broken areas have been noticed. longanimous is using pads for incontinence, gets carers 4 times a day, has hospital bed and mattress, cushion and a hoist. According to patients husband, she scratched the wounds area and it broke.In the process of examining the holistic needs of the client, the student has considered the history of the present complaint (Marcum et al., 2010). This included conducting OPQRSTU mnemonic by exploring pain history checklist, such as onset of pain, palliative factors for pain, quality of pain, region of body or area affected, severity of pain, timing of pain, and how it affects U in patients daily life. The student has all the way disaccordentiated that patients complaint is simply a wound rather than a lesion (Tjia et al., 2012).Moreover, the stud ent has thoroughly explored patients past medical history, family history and social history by relying on the cooperation of patients husband. Specific question were asked in order to determine patients faculty to chronic pain and injury. Patients exposure to hazards has been determined is minimal considering that the bed bound woman is a non-smoker (Marcum et al., 2010). In this case, the student nurse has decided to prescribe 50-50 Paraffin cream. As part of the practice of medicine assessment in the prescribing event, the student asked patient for allergies. However, no allergies were menti aced by client at that point. Other aspects of considering patients holistic needs included clinical investigations and physical examination. The student measured patients temperature and took a swab for microbiological analysis (Bradley et al., 2007). The physical examination involved careful physical assessment of the wound and wounds area.Decision Making and Actions Taken P. and Tissue V iability hold up referral has not been indicated because the student nurse has confirmed that the diagnosis is clear and does not need referral. This means that there are no all severe aspects related to patients diagnosis. In the decision devising process of the student district nurse, certain considerations have been made in an attempt to reach a relevant prescribing decision (Bradley et al., 2007). By concluding that patients wound is simple and lacks any signs of severity, the student concluded that the selection of a direct training and Allevyn Gentle Border as a secondary medical fertilisation is justified because it is evidence-based (Junqueira and Carneiro, 2005). Patient expectations for a fast recovery of the wound have been thoroughly considered by the nurse while making that particular decision for administering specific showcases of dressings.It is important to credit line that the decision of the nurse to prescribe a primary dressing and Allevyn Gentle Border as a second dressing is reasonable considering the wounds condition which has been determined after professional assessment and careful physical examination (Guarnera et al., 2007). The primary dressing that was appointive for patient has been indicated as a paraffin gauze dressing. It has important features, such as nutty paraffin base, comprehensive size range, and sterile leno weave presentation. The major benefit of the prescribed primary dressing is that it shag soothe and protect the wound as well as open up the race of viscous exudates, which can take place into the prescribed secondary dressing (Chaby et al., 2007). The fact that the prescribed primary dressing is not medicated shows that it can be ideally used with a topical antiseptic of cream.It can be indicated that the mnemonic EASE has been applied in the decision making process of the prescribing event. The harvest-home has been identified as rather efficacious, as all products from the Allevyn Gentle Border ra nge have been especially knowing for individuals with fragile and extremely sensitive skin (Chaby et al., 2007). This type of dressing has a soft silicone gelatine adhesive, which defines it a convenient option for patients condition considering the capacity of the dressing to minimise trauma to the wound when the dressing should be changed. Moreover, this contributes to avoiding patient pain and ensuring adequate care (Guarnera et al., 2007). The effectiveness of the prescribed dressing is evident at its triple-action technology, which contributes to maintaining optimal balance in fluid while the wound is being healed.The choice of Allevyn Gentle Border as a secondary dressing is an appropriate decision made by the district nurse because the dressing provides optimal comfort to patient and it is easy to be applied and removed. The product is adapted for this patient, as no allergies have been reported during the initial assessment conducted by the student (Chaby et al., 2007). In addition, the use of the prescribed secondary dressing is completely safe, as patient can even take shower without any problem disposed over that the dressing is shower-proof. The prescription is cost-effective, as a box of 10 Allevyn Gentle Border dressings (7.5 cm x 7.5 cm size) costs approximately ?22.44, and a box of the similar type of dressings (10 cm x 10 cm size) is approximately ?29.99 (Hurd et al., 2009).In a research by Hurd et al. (2009), the focus has been on presenting sufficient evidence of the effectiveness of Allevyn Gentle Border. The authors of the research based their evaluation on a multi-centre clinical assessment, which was conducted in 2008. One of the most important conclusions provided by researchers was that this type of dressing was suitable for the specific wound type treated in almost 95% of patients who participated in the study (Chaby et al., 2007). It has been emphatic that patients wounds had healed prior to the end of the specified study per iod. There was substantial evidence indicating a simplification in wound area and depth upon presenting the nett assessment of patients. Moreover, there was significant evidence of a reduction in the precise level of exudates in the wound, which applied to the period between baseline and final assessment (Hurd et al., 2009). There was also a visible reduction in the median percentage of devitalised create from raw material upon concluding the final assessment of patients.In order to assess the appropriateness of the prescribed dressing, the student district nurse present the initial consideration that the process of prescribing wound products cannot occur generically. The nurse has determined that this type of dressing is appropriate to patients condition. As presented in research, Allevyn Gentle Border dressing is entrap to maintain moisture, implying the inability of sticking to the wound (Chaby et al., 2007). The prescribed dressing belongs to the group of hydrocolloids. The qualities of hydrocolloid dressings have been considered by the student in providing an optimal healing environment, insulation and autolytic debridement. In terms of outlining the advantages of this type of dressing, it is essential to note that hydrocolloid dressings are impermeable to bacteria and other contaminants (Guarnera et al., 2007). The most important advantage is that they do not bind to the wound but to the intact skin near the wound. However, a significant consideration should be given to the fact that hydrocolloid dressings are not recommended for wounds with extremely heavy exudates, or in the presence of infection.The frequency of dressing changes depends on the severity of patients wound (Hurd et al., 2009). Yet, it is important to note that the primary dressing should be changed on a daily basis, while the secondary Allevyn Gentle Border dressing should be changed all(prenominal) 3 days (King, 2003). There have not been considerable side effects associated with the use of the prescribed secondary dressing except slight nausea in rare cases.In the process of negotiating a contract, it is essential to note the aspects of concordance and adherence. The student demonstrated a high level of negotiated concordance in the sense that sufficient information was provided to client including possible side effects, the costs of dressing and the impact on lifestyle. In an attempt to promote greater adherence of client to the prescribed treatment, the student district nurse clearly informed client nigh the two types of dressings that were prescribed, as well as how to use them and their benefits (Bradley et al., 2007). It has been suggested to both client and her husband to record the time of dressing changes, which served as an additional motivating factor to client to monitor the condition of her wound. The nurse demonstrated her competence in conducting effective communication with client considering that she is from the ripened population, which implies a focus on making the prescribed treatment simple (Hurd et al., 2009). Therefore, the contract between the nurse and client was considered effective in terms of concordance and adherence.Implications for Future PracticeThis event is quite important for my future practice and learning because it has provided me with a relevant opportunity to apply all essential locomote of a prescribing event in practice. Such a practical pay off in prescribing has made me to a greater extent self-confident in the procedures required to indicate a properly conducted prescribing event in the future (Bradley et al., 2007). I would follow the same model of prescribing for any future similar situation, as I find it effective and reliable in bringing an optimal treatment option to client. I have extensively focussed on clients holistic needs, as this is considered fundamental in delivering adequate care and make an informed decision regarding clients complaint (King, 2003). I am prepared to expa nd my prescribing experience in the future by actively participating in similar events and acting in accordance of rights with strict nursing and prescribing principles outlined in the field.ReflectionThe prescribing event provided an opportunity to learn more about the stages of prescribing and making the best possible decision in a similar situation as the one faced by client. However, I am aware that such a decision may differ upon considering the details of another case, with diametric aspects of complaints. This means that I should be adequately prepared to encounter different prescribing scenarios (Hurd et al., 2009). I have not experience any major problems during this experience. Yet, I have learned a lot about wound care in relation to this incident. The treatment of this condition may be challenging under particular circumstances especially among the elderly population (King, 2003). Self-monitoring and management of wound may be inappropriately done and thus such individ uals may need the assistance of a family atom or nurse in order to adhere to the schedule outlined in the prescribing event.ConclusionThis report provided significant information about a prescribing event in which a student district nurse participated, accompanied by her practice teacher. The prescribing event was based on an incident with a 70-year-old female, who was identified as bed bound due to superficial wound to left sheen. The nurse critically analysed the situation and demonstrated a prescribing decision that a primary dressing should be used as well as Allevyn Gentle Border as a secondary dressing (Hurd et al., 2009). The prescribing decision was adequately justified given that the nurse provided solid evidence of the benefits of using this type of dressing. However, the only limitation considered in this event is that the nurse may not have invested sufficient time to explore the case in detail (Chaby et al., 2007). contempt this limitation, the student expressed an op inion of increased self-confidence that could help her in similar prescribing situations in the future.ReferencesBradley, E., Hynam, B. and Nolan, P. (2007). Nurse Prescribing Reflections on Safety in Practice. Social Science & Medicine, vol. 65(3), pp. 599-609.Chaby, G., Senet, P., Vaneau, M. et al. (2007). Dressings for Acute and Chronic Wounds A overbearing Review. Archives of Dermatology, vol. 143, pp. 1297-1304.Guarnera, G., Tinelli, G., Abeni, D., Di Pietro, C., Sampogna, F. and Tabolli, S. (2007). 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