Nursing Standardized Simulation (Jesus Garcia)

  Jesus Garcia is a 28 years who was directly admitted to the medical unit on Tuesday evening with a diagnosis of dehydration. Fifteen days ago, Jesus underwent a partial colectomy with creation of a transverse colostomy. Jesus’ girlfriend Virginia has been taking care of him since discharge and reports that Jesus has resisted participation in colostomy care. Virginia needs to return to her full-time job and is concerned with how Jesus will manage without her at his side 1. What are common signs and symptoms of dehydration? 2. What are complications you may see as a result of poor nutrition? 3. Describe nursing care and interventions for a client with a colostomy