Case Study, Chapter 7, Overview of Transcultural Nursing 1. Mrs. Perez, 32 years
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Case Study, Chapter 7, Overview of Transcultural Nursing
1. Mrs. Perez, 32 years of age, is a Hispanic patient who is admitted for early stage cancer of the uterus. The surgeon stated that in order to treat Mrs. Perez’s cancer successfully, the uterus will need to be removed surgically through a procedure called a simple hysterectomy leaving the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and vagina. The surgeon requests that the nurse make arrangements for an interpreter, so they can both use the interpreter’s services. The patient only speaks Spanish, but her mother and one of the patient’s sisters are bilingual. They are currently visiting the patient. Her husband is also visiting and he only speaks Spanish. The patient’s two children are with her sister Maria. The family stated they are devout Catholics and request to see a priest while in the hospital. Today is Ash Wednesday. (Learning Objective 4)
Which interpreter is the most appropriate choice to communicate with Mrs. Perez and why?
After critically analyzing the cultural influences, what nursing actions are appropriate for the patient?
Explanation / Answer
Her mother could be the better interpreter as she is bilingual and she can help her with emotional support too. Patient will be so comfortable with her in sharing her opinion and thoughts.
Nursing actions:
To assess the women's understanding regarding the procedure.
To provide clarification regarding procedure, and emotional support
To reassure that anesthesia will help the patient to bear the pain during surgey
To resaaure that post operative medicines will help her to relieve pain post surgery
To make her feel comfortable, less anxious about the procedure
Cleaning and shaving of abdominal and perineal area if ordered
To administer pre operative medications, enema as ordered
To advise the patient to empty the bladder
To get signed from the consent form.
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