Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Kawasaki's Disease Care
Category: Cardiovascular
Assessment
Child presents with prolonged fever, rash, conjunctivitis, and swollen lymph nodes.
Diagnosis
Risk for coronary artery aneurysms related to inflammation of blood vessels.
Goals
Child will be free from fever and inflammation. Parents will demonstrate understanding of the importance of follow-up echocardiograms.
Interventions
Administer intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) and aspirin as prescribed. Monitor for signs of cardiac complications. Educate parents on the importance of medication adherence and follow-up care.
Rationale
These interventions aim to reduce inflammation, prevent cardiac complications, and involve parents in the care process.
Evaluation
Child's fever and inflammation will be monitored, and cardiac function will be assessed through echocardiograms.