Lesson 4 Assessment Plan Assignment

Create your assessment plan document and address the following questions regarding the patient described in the given case.  Be sure to use APA format.

1. After meeting Mary, you both review the information above on Denzel Armstrong together. Your first plan of the day is to complete a thorough assessment on Denzel as this is his first visit at the clinic.  To develop a plan of care, it is important to identify any abnormal data so that it can be clearly addressed.  Based on the information presented in the case study, what is the abnormal data that Denzel presents with?  What is the possible cause of the abnormality?  Please include at least one citation in the cause of each abnormality.
    
2. You and Mary discuss the importance of not only focusing on the areas of abnormality when caring for patients. What are some other assessments that you would want to include in Denzel’s care?  Why?
    
3. You feel that Mary has a good understanding of the importance of assessment and identifying abnormal data. As prioritization of care is a necessity, identify the top three assessment areas (i.e. psychiatric, neurological etc.)  that you will focus on today.  Consider both the abnormal data and the additional assessments that you identified above.  Be sure to provide a clear rationale for each selection.
    
4. Mary is almost ready to provide care for Denzel. Great job!  Your final task is to work with her to develop a thorough assessment plan for your identified top priority.  Provide clear rationale for each aspect of the plan.  Include references as needed.