Patient with hallucinations

by Cathy Parkes July 02, 2019

LevelUpRN Hallucinations Tip of the Day

Ask your patient directly about hallucinations, including command hallucinations. Implement 1:1 observation if indicated!

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by Cathy Parkes September 15, 2020

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Cut opening in skin barrier ≤ 1/8" bigger than the measured stoma size to prevent skin damage from contact with ostomy output.
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