Long-term care facility · Fictional client
Change in Condition: Pneumonia in a Long-Term Care Resident
An 84-year-old resident of a long-term care facility has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The resident has been alert, oriented, and eating well over the past week.
Review status: Draft. This NCLEX-PN content has not been reviewed by a licensed nursing professional. LPN/VN scope of practice varies by state, setting and facility policy; always follow your program, your state's nurse practice act and your facility's policies.
What this case practices
- Recognizing a change in condition in an older adult
- Connecting vital sign and lung findings with a respiratory infection
- Prioritizing the resident's most urgent problem
- Reporting to the RN/provider and implementing oxygen per order
Client Needs areas
Educational Use & Safety
Educational exam preparation only. Questions and case studies use fictional clients and teach general nursing concepts. They are not medical advice and do not determine care for an actual patient. Always follow current clinical guidance, provider orders, and your program's and facility's policies.
Educational Use & Safety