Define and discuss the condition the patient is presenting with, including the relevant related pathophysiology.

Responding to altered health needs

You are expected to provide a 3000-word written response to the below case scenario.Ensure you use the correct referencing technique and adhere to the usual academic writing guidelines for this assignment.
Evidence from literature/clinical guidelines should be used to underpin/support your answers.

Case scenario:

Sara is a 3-month-old baby admitted to the ward with possible bronchiolitis. She was born at 31 weeks gestation and spent four weeks in the neonatal unit. Sara has chronic lung disease of prematurity. Since discharge from the neonatal unit Sara has requires supplementary oxygen of 0.5L/min via nasal prongs at home to maintain oxygen saturations above 97%, and is regularly reviewed by the respiratory team. Sara’s mum is with her on the ward, but has had to leave her other child Josh, who is 16 months old, at home with his dad. On admission to the ward Sara is dehydrated, has a respiratory rate of 56 and oxygen saturations of 87% . Her temperature is 38.2 C and there is an audible wheeze.

In relation to the above scenario:

1. Define and discuss the condition the patient is presenting with, including the relevant related pathophysiology.
2. Using a systematic approach, discuss the assessment and the priorities of nursing care related to the scenario demonstrate an understanding of the biopsychosocial factors that may influence the patient’s care.
3. Critically discuss the impact of acute illness on the patient and family.