Care Plan for Lead Poisoning

Category: Toxicology

Assessment

Patient presents with abdominal pain, irritability, and elevated blood lead levels.

Diagnosis

Risk for impaired neurological function related to lead toxicity.

Goals

Patient's blood lead levels will decrease to within normal limits. Patient will report a reduction in symptoms associated with lead poisoning.

Interventions

Monitor blood lead levels and signs of toxicity regularly. Administer chelation therapy as prescribed to remove lead from the body. Educate patient and caregivers on avoiding lead exposure and sources of lead in the environment. Encourage a balanced diet rich in calcium and iron to reduce lead absorption.

Rationale

These interventions help reduce lead levels in the body and prevent complications associated with lead poisoning.

Evaluation

Review blood lead levels and patient symptoms during follow-up visits to assess effectiveness.

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