What This Document Is
This document is a Hallmark Concept Map for Nightingale College’s Concepts of Nursing III (BSN 346) course, focusing on the exemplar of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Glucose Regulation, with a secondary focus on Hypertension in pregnancy. It visually organizes key nursing considerations around these concepts using the Clinical Judgment Model. The map details how a nurse might approach patient care, from initial recognition of cues to evaluating outcomes. It’s designed to be a high-level planning and organizational tool for clinical reasoning.
Why This Document Matters
This concept map is valuable for nursing students preparing for clinical rotations or exams related to diabetes management and pregnancy-related hypertension. It’s particularly useful for understanding how to apply the Clinical Judgment Model to complex patient scenarios. Practicing nurses may also find it helpful as a quick reference for key considerations when caring for patients with these conditions. It exists to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in a clinical setting.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This map provides a framework for clinical judgment but does *not* offer exhaustive information on the pathophysiology, pharmacology, or detailed management of either condition. It’s a starting point for care planning, not a complete care plan itself. Users will still need to consult comprehensive textbooks, drug guides, and facility-specific protocols for complete patient care. It does not replace the need for critical thinking and individualized assessment.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes:
* Two Clinical Judgment Model maps – one for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and one for Hypertension in pregnancy.
* Detailed sections for each stage of the Clinical Judgment Model: Recognizing Cues (objective & subjective data), Pathophysiology, Generating Solutions, Taking Action, and Evaluating Outcomes.
* Specific examples of nursing interventions, including patient education strategies and collaborative care with other healthcare professionals (endocrinology, dietitians).
* References to supporting literature (Wilson, Hockenberry, Perry, Alden. 2018; Kuo-Hu & Li-Ru 2020).
This preview *does not* include the full detail of the pathophysiology explanations, specific patient lab values, or the complete list of nursing interventions. It also does not include the full text of the cited references.
