Learning Points
The musculoskeletal clinical case helped in learning about the signs and symptoms of muscular problems. The care plan lets the patient know about his/her disease and take care of himself. By going through the muscular clinical case, the patient would know how to self-analyze the conditions of the body. The care plan highlights the prevention measures, medication, and advice about the daily routine. It makes the people aware of the procedures, tests, symptoms, and intensity level of the disease.
The muscular clinical care plan analyzes the client complaints, history of present illness, past medical history, body mass index, diagnostic testing, family history, personal or social history, physical assessment findings, and lab tests. The care plan is a complete report that can be used by any physician to know about the particular disease. In case of musculoskeletal clinical case, the care plan identifies the following symptoms;
- Pain
- Fatigue
- Sleep disturbances
Musculoskeletal pain can be diagnosed through,
- Physical examination - carried to know the exact point of pain.
- Medical history – social or personal history, accidents, or family history can help in diagnosing the musculoskeletal pain.
- Diagnostic studies – x-rays, radiological tests, and MRI tests can help in diagnosing root cause of the problem .
Musculoskeletal pain can be treated with
- Manual therapies
- Mobilization
- Medications like acetaminophen, nonsteroidal anti-flammatories or opioids
- Injections
- Exercises
- Physical therapy
- Relaxation techniques
- Osteopathic manipulation
- Therapeutic massage
- Chiropractic care
References
Advanced Nursing Practice. (2007). Musculoskeletal Clinical Case Study. South University.
Gulanick, M. (2013). Nursing Care Plans: Diagnoses, Interventions, and Outcomes. Elsevier.
MedicineNet. (2007, Mar 1). Pain Management: Musculoskeletal Pain. Retrieved from MedicineNet: http://www.medicinenet.com/pain_management_musculoskeletal_pain/article.htm
WebMD. (2013, March 2). Pain Management Health Center. Retrieved from WebMD: http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/guide/musculoskeletal-pain
