Mujer de 47 años que acude a consulta de atención primaria por notar un bulto en su seno izquierdo durante autoexamen mensual. Es diagnosticada de cáncer de mama lo que supone un cambio total en su vida a la hora de afrontar esta problemática, por ello la importancia de enfermería con la valoración por necesidades de Virginia Henderson, se elabora un plan de cuidados para cubrir las necesidades alteradas identificadas, posteriormente tras consultas programadas se valorará la evolución de los objetivos establecidos y se les realiza intervenciones con una serie de actividades que favorezca a su estado de salud y calidad de vida.
A 47-year-old woman comes to primary care because she notices a lump in her left breast during her monthly self-examination. She is diagnosed with breast cancer, which means a complete change in her life when it comes to dealing with this problem. This is why nursing is so important with the needs assessment of Virginia Henderson. A care plan is drawn up to cover the altered needs identified. After scheduled consultations, the evolution of the established objectives will be assessed and interventions will be carried out with a series of activities that will benefit her health and quality of life.