Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Pancreatic Cancer Management
Category: Oncology
Assessment
Patient presents with jaundice, weight loss, and abdominal pain. Imaging confirms pancreatic cancer.
Diagnosis
Risk for impaired nutrition related to cancer and treatment side effects.
Goals
Patient will maintain adequate nutritional intake and weight. Patient will understand the importance of nutritional support during treatment.
Interventions
Assess nutritional status and weight regularly. Provide dietary counseling and recommend high-calorie, high-protein foods. Administer antiemetics to manage nausea and improve appetite. Encourage small, frequent meals and the use of nutritional supplements if needed.
Rationale
These interventions aim to maintain nutritional status, manage symptoms, and support overall health during cancer treatment.
Evaluation
Patient's weight and nutritional intake will be monitored regularly, and adjustments to the care plan will be made as needed.