... the patients needs whilst in hospital and in the community, other influencing factors I have to take into consideration in the assessment are the physical, psychological, environmental, socio-cultural and politico economic needs in order for an holistic approach to the assessment of my patient. However for the purpose of this essay I shall concentrate on the physical and psychological factors My patient's name will be changed to Rachel during my essay so that I can comply with patient confidentiality and privacy (NMC 2002). I have also left areas blank on the assessment form due to this. In the appendix there will be a copy of the assessment form completed. During the placement I had been asked to do an admission on a patient. The patient arrived on the ward and I introduced myself to the patient as the student nurse. I thought it would be a good idea if the patient were shown to her ...

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