13. Nora, age 62, who suffers from diabetes, type 1, and dementia, Alzheimer’s type, was admitted from a long-term care facility with a stage 3 pressure ulcer, right buttock area. The area was covered and surrounded by gangrene. Removal of the necrotic skin took place in surgery the following day. Antibiotics were administered both orally and by ointment to the site. In addition, her diabetic medications were regularly administered. On day 3 of her hospitalization, Nora experienced an inferior wall MI and expired. Did Nora have any comorbidities? If so, what were they?

An african american young adult is admitted to the emergency department in sickle cell crisis with a report of 10/10 pain. the patient is known to several of the nurses and physicians in the department who have labeled the patient as a “drug seeker”. initial discussion post: identify one (1) intervention that can be taken by the rn to reduce the stigma and improve management of acute and chronic pain associated with sickle cell disease. does the intervention apply only to the patient? does it apply only to the interprofessional team? does it apply to both the patient and the members of the interprofessional team? explain and support your answer.