Dao-wan, Shanele Vera L.

May 2, 2020
Duping Rose Anne C. FRIDAY 7:30- 10:30
Martin, Seth G.
Pacsay, Joshua Israel P.
Tamayo, Leah C.
BSN 1-5

HOOKWORM INFECTION
Nursing Intervention Rationale
Provide rest periods and take note about reports of
Reduce or diminish pain. pain instantaneously. Get rid of other sources of
discomfort, and determine the suitable pain relief
technique.

Improve tissue perfusion. Let patient have some diagnostic tests and manage
blood transfusion as indicated.

Observe sit of reduced tissue once in a while daily

Protected skin integrity.
for any signs of infection and provide skin care if
needed. Maintain the use of sterile dressing
method when doing wound care; and explain to
patient and significant others the proper hand
washing and other techniques in cleaning and
dressing wounds.

Provide physical comfort for the patient, permit a

Enforce knowledge about the disease and its
treatment.
Inform patient of the side effects of pyrantel.
peaceful and quiet atmosphere. Deliver clear and
detailed information and explanations into daily
life.
Enlighten the patient about the aftereffect of the
drugs. Explain the meaning of it and how it works
in their health.

Diminish increase in temperature. Administer antipyretics as prescribed; tepid

sponge baths may also be given. (Belleza, 2018)

Monitor I & O of fluids and observe if the patient

Improve fluid and electrolyte balance. is dehydrated; if so, provide oral rehydration
solutions to keep the patient hydrated.

Reduce pain and discomfort. Evaluate the pain tolerance of the patient, apply a
warm compress and teach a method to reduce the
pain of any discomfort. Provide and bring the
patient to a comfortable place.

Give adequate and nutritious food; measure

Improve nutrition. weight a day . Explain the value of adequate food
 and maintaining good oral hygiene;. (RNpedia,
2020)

Explain to the patient and family about the

Maintain normothermia. importance of adequate feedback; observe intake
and output of fluid, monitor vital signs and offer
tepid sponge bath from time to time. (RNpedia
2020)

References:
Balleza, M. (2018). Enterobiasis. Retrieved from https://nurselabs.com/enterobiasis/. Retrieved on April
30, 2020
Belleza, M. (2020). Hookworm. Retrieved from https://nurselabs.com/hookworm/. Retrieved on April 30,
2020
RNpedia (2020). Roundworms (Ascariasis) Nursing Management and Care Plans. Retrieved from
https://www.rnpedia.com/nursing-notes/communicable-diseases-notes/roundworms-ascariasis-
nursing-management-care-plans/. Retrieved on April 30, 2020
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