Implementing the nursing process for a burn patient: A case study

Abstract

Objective: To implement the nursing process (NP) in the context of care for a burn patient treated at a public health institution. Method: In this case study, the theoretical frame of reference was given by Horta’s Basic Human Needs (1979). The NP was implemented in the following steps: Completion of the case history and physical examination, preparation of Nursing Diagnoses (NDs), planning, and implementation of the activities recommended by the interventions. Sequential patient evaluations were then performed. Results: After analyzing the clinical indicators, the priorities were listed as ineffective respiratory pattern, risk of infection and impaired skin integrity. The goals, interventions and activities to be implemented for further evaluation were then planned and specified. Conclusion: Implementation of the NP in care for burn patient made it possible to produce quality care guided by scientific knowledge.