Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Management
Category: Respiratory
Assessment
Patient presents with severe shortness of breath, hypoxemia, and decreased lung compliance.
Diagnosis
Risk for impaired gas exchange related to alveolar-capillary membrane damage.
Goals
Patient will demonstrate improved gas exchange as evidenced by normal oxygen saturation levels and stable vital signs.
Interventions
Monitor respiratory status and oxygen saturation regularly. Administer prescribed medications to manage symptoms and improve oxygenation (e.g., bronchodilators, corticosteroids). Provide supplemental oxygen or mechanical ventilation as needed. Educate patient and family on the importance of lung protective strategies and early mobilization.
Rationale
These interventions aim to improve gas exchange, manage symptoms, and prevent complications associated with ARDS.
Evaluation
Respiratory status and oxygenation will be monitored to assess the effectiveness of interventions.