Kathleen M White PhD RN NEA-BC FAAN Ann O’Sullivan MSN RN NE-BC CNE

Case Study Application ofStandards of PracticeMr. Smith is a 28 yr old white male presenting to the hospitalambulatory care clinic with the following symptoms :weight loss despite an increased appetite, excessive thirst,frequent urination and fatigue that have gotten worse overthe last month. This past weekend he has experiencedsome blurred vision, N&V, and headaches. He complainsthat the symptoms have started to interfere with his abilityto work and carry out regular life responsibilities.