Education & Empathy Maya parker preschooler sick visit ear pain health

Education & Empathy Maya parker preschooler sick visit ear pain health

Education & Empathy : 4 of 4 (100.0%)

During the discussion with the patient’s parent, there are several moments to provide patient education and empathy. The following are instances highlighted by nursing experts as particularly important for this patient. A Model Statement is given as an example of an appropriate response for each opportunity.

Opportunities marked as Not Encountered are instances not raised during the conversation.
Opportunities marked as Not Followed Up are missed chances present in the conversation but not addressed.
Opportunities marked as Followed Up were acknowledged by the students and involve the dialogue between the student and the patient’s parent.

1. Fitting in – Followed Up

Description: Samantha feels like she doesn’t fit in with her peers.

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Do you want to lose weight? (Clarified to: Why do you think you need to lose weight?)

Question: Samantha Monroe

I just… to look more athletic, you know. Like I fit in with everybody. (Clarified to: why I think I need to lose weight)

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You should not try to fit in. Everyone is unique.

Educate: Samantha Monroe

Um, that makes sense.

Model Statement: “At 13 years old, there are many social pressures from friends, teammates, and social media. It’s crucial to be part of a community that accepts and supports you. If you don’t feel accepted or supported, talk about it with people you trust. Your environment might not be healthy. Also, don’t be too hard on yourself. Comparing yourself to others isn’t helpful. You’re unique in your own way.”

2. Body Image – Followed Up

Description: Samantha has concerns about her body image.

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Do you feel your weight is okay? (Clarified to: How do you feel about your weight?)

Question: Samantha Monroe

Um, I mean, I wish I could lose this baby fat. All my friends wear one size smaller than me, so it’s super awkward when they’re swapping clothes… and talking about their periods… just hard not to compare. (Clarified to: how I feel about my weight)

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I understand your concerns but you should not try to fit in or compare yourself to others.

Educate: Samantha Monroe

Gotcha.

Model Statement: “Samantha, you’ve mentioned wanting to lose baby fat and look athletic. I’m really sorry you’re having a hard time with the way people see you and the way you see yourself, but there’s nothing wrong with how you look, and you’re in good health. I know it’s easy for me to say this here in the clinic and hard for you when you’re getting compared to other people, but there’s nothing you need to change about yourself.”

3. Menstruation – Followed Up

Description: Samantha has concerns about not starting her first period yet.

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Have you started your periods?

Question: Samantha Monroe

No, I haven’t started my period yet. It’s kind of weird because all my friends have? Whenever they talk about it, like the cramps or whatever, I just pretend like I’ve had mine too. Just to fit in.

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I understand your concerns, but it’s normal for a person of your age to not have started their periods yet.

Educate: Samantha Monroe

Cool. Good to know.

Model Statement: “Knowing that your classmates are having their periods when you haven’t had one yet can be frustrating, but you don’t have anything to worry about. It’s typical for someone your age to not have started menstruating yet, and we can expect it to happen before you are 15. Everyone’s experience is a little bit different—sometimes I have patients who are concerned at how early they started. You’re prepared for your first period when it happens, and you’re comfortable talking about it here. That’s the maturity that matters, so do your best not to worry about where your peers are.”

4. Skipping Meals – Followed Up

Description: Samantha mentions that she skips lunch once or twice a week to reduce her caloric intake.

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Do you skip any meals?

Question: Samantha Monroe

Yeah, I skip lunch once or twice each week.

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It is not advisable to skip any meal at your age because you are still growing.

Educate: Samantha Monroe

For sure. OK.

Model Statement: “It’s very important to eat lunch, along with the rest of your regular meals. You’re still growing, and that takes a lot of food and energy. You’re also a soccer player, and athletes need plenty of calories and nutrients to play well and stay healthy. You definitely don’t need to feel bad about eating lunch. On top of that, skipping meals can feel pretty bad. When I miss lunch, I get a headache and feel cranky. Please go easy on yourself and your body and try not to skip lunch anymore.”

Education & Empathy Maya parker preschooler sick visit ear pain health

Education & Empathy : 4 of 4 (100.0%)