This section requires you to introduce the subject and situation to demonstrate your understanding of the key issues pertinent to Shaun Cross. Only include a summary of the case study in this introductory section.
Pre-operative care:
Describe the nursing and medical interventions for Shaun in the pre-operative phase. Consider the following:
· The maintenance of normal blood glucose levels .
· Frequency of blood glucose monitoring
· Reference to normal blood glucose levels
· The recognition of altered blood glucose levels should be considered
All written work must be supported by relevant and appropriate references.
Assessment, prevention, and management of post-operative hypoglycaemia:
Describe the nursing interventions required to assess, prevent, and manage hypoglycaemia during Shaun’s post- operative phase of care. Consider the following:
