Data EvaluationMost of the information provided in this scenario would be considered relevant information. First, the patient complains of fatigue, loss of appetite and pain of unknown origin under the ribcage. The patient's complaint of abdominal pain is particularly important because it is for this reason that the patient is admitted to the emergency room. Secondly, the doctor prescribed several tests. The nurse should know why tests are ordered for the patient. This information is important because the nurse must explain the procedure to the patient and prepare him for the test. Third, the patient's age of 59 is relevant information. This basic information is necessary to identify and select age-appropriate nursing interventions. Subsequently, the patient's asthma history helps nurses plan nursing interventions. For example, some medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause severe flare-ups with rapid onset. Therefore, NSAIDs should be avoided by asthma patients (CKS Clinical Knowledge Summaries, 2008). Finally, the patient's information about his profession and family is important. This patient works as a chef at a local restaurant. He has a history of asthma and inhaling cooking fumes at work could worsen his condition. The patient has a wife and four teenage children living at home. Since the patient is temporarily unable to work, the family may face financial problems. All of this data is key pieces of the puzzle. This data allows nurses to prioritize problems, plan a nursing diagnosis, create goals, and execute certain interventions (Taylor, Lillis, LeMone, & Lynn, 2011, p.193). Real and Potential Problems The patient has several real problems and the nurse may develop s... half of the document... rs for disease control and prevention. (2009). Hepatitis B information for the public. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/b/bFAQ.htmCenters for Disease Control and Prevention. (2010). Guidelines for the Treatment of Sexually Transmitted Diseases, 2010. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment/2010/vaccine.htm#a2CKS Clinical Knowledge Summaries. (2008). When should I avoid using NSAIDs? Retrieved from http://www.cks.nhs.uk/nsaids_prescribing_issues/management/detailed_answers/contraidications_adverse_effects_monitoring/contraindicationsDaily pain relief: asthma. (May 2005). On MedicineNet.com. Retrieved from http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=50548&page=3Taylor, C., Lillis, C., LeMone, P., & Lynn, P. (2011). Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Nursing (7th ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.