Assignment Prompt & Instructions
4 discussions
– 2 years ago
**files (4)**
– ## Asthmapatient.docx
– ## PTWITHGOUT.docx
– ## PTWITHANXIETY.docx
– ## pepticulcerunit4.docx
**## Asthmapatient.docx**
Unit 1 Discussion 2 Asthma pt
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Instructions:
You are seeing a 16-year-old patient previously diagnosed with mild persistent asthma for a routine follow-up visit.
· She is currently taking beclomethasone dipropionate (Qvar) MDI 40mcg/inhalation one puff twice daily for asthma maintenance and using albuterol (ProAir HFA) MDI 90mcg/inhalation 2 puffs every 4 hours as needed for shortness of breath or wheezing.
· In the last two months she reports using her albuterol inhaler during daytime hours an average of three times per week.
· She reports awakening at night with asthma symptoms about twice per month.
· She does not feel that she has any limitations to her activity due to asthma symptoms.
· Upon examination today her blood pressure is 110/76, heart rate is 68, respiratory rate is 18, O2 saturation is 96% on room air, and temperature is 97.8. Her lung sounds are clear, heart rhythm is regular, and skin is pink and dry.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would manage the patient’s current asthma regimen and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Please read and respond to at least two of your peers' initial responses.
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
For example:
· If you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## PTWITHGOUT.docx**
PT WITH GOUT
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
You are seeing a 58-year-old male in the clinic today for an acute visit related to joint pain and swelling.
· He has a past medical history of hypertension and hyperlipidemia and is currently taking hydrochlorothiazide 25mg daily and atorvastatin 20mg daily.
· He was seen last in your office for a routine physical 6 months ago and had lab work completed showing a normal CBC, CMP and lipid panel while on his current medications.
· He presents with pain and swelling of the right first metatarsophalangeal joint and he reports the site is red and feels hot to touch. He reports the pain is so bad he can hardly stand to have anything touch the foot and awakens at night with the pain.
· He reports the symptoms started suddenly about 2 days ago and he denies any injury to the foot
· He does not have any similar pain or swelling elsewhere.
· Upon examination today it is observed that the right metatarsophalangeal joint is mildly edematous, erythematous and warm to touch. There is no rash, no bruising, and no laceration on the site. The patient can move the joint through range of motion, but has pain with motion. His physical exam is otherwise unremarkable.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would manage the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## PTWITHANXIETY.docx**
PT WITH ANXIETY
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
You are seeing Ms. Clara Johnson, a 32-year-old white female, in the office today with a chief complaint of “I just feel like I can’t get my mind to stop racing, and it’s making It hard to focus on anything.”
· Johnson appears slightly disheveled, but is quiet and polite. She sits frequently fidgeting with her hands and avoids direct eye contact today.
· She reports excessive worry over several aspects of her life and feels this has been steadily worsening over the last year.
· She also reports frequent neck and shoulder pain, fatigue despite sleeping 7 to 8 hours a night, and difficulty concentrating.
· She has a past medical history of mild seasonal allergic rhinitis and takes cetirizine intermittently for this.
· She is married and lives with her husband and one child.
· He does not have any similar pain or swelling elsewhere.
· Upon examination today her BP is 118/76, HR 82, RR 16, and temp is 98.6F. She is alert and oriented, and auscultation reveals a regular heart rate and rhythm and clear lung sounds in all fields. No neurologic deficits on exam. No hallucinations or delusions. Thought process is logical but dominated by worries.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
·
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would manage the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## pepticulcerunit4.docx**
PEPTIC ULCER Unit 4
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
A 60-year-old white female presents to your office for a follow-up after a recent Urgent Care visit with her daughter.
· The patient’s daughter reports that the patient has not been eating much for the past few weeks and complains of a gnawing pain in her stomach when she does eat and reports that she seems to be getting “full” very quickly with eating.
· The patient complains of mild nausea over the last two weeks.
· The patient has a history of a recent fall from a ladder about 9 months ago in which she shattered multiple teeth and develop and infection. She has been under the care of an oral surgeon for this.
· Her daughter reports that she has been having an increase in forgetfulness and that the patient’s colleagues have noticed she seems to be “off her game” for the last few weeks.
· Yesterday she was evaluated at Urgent Care and found to have a hemoglobin of 8.5 and hematocrit of 25, and she was instructed to follow-up in your office today.
· Upon examination today his lung sounds are clear and heart rhythm is regular. She has mild tenderness on palpation over her upper abdomen, but normal bowel sounds. Her skin is pale and dry. No other abnormalities are noticed on exam.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would treat the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Collaborative Posts
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## pepticulcerunit4.docx**
PEPTIC ULCER Unit 4
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
A 60-year-old white female presents to your office for a follow-up after a recent Urgent Care visit with her daughter.
· The patient’s daughter reports that the patient has not been eating much for the past few weeks and complains of a gnawing pain in her stomach when she does eat and reports that she seems to be getting “full” very quickly with eating.
· The patient complains of mild nausea over the last two weeks.
· The patient has a history of a recent fall from a ladder about 9 months ago in which she shattered multiple teeth and develop and infection. She has been under the care of an oral surgeon for this.
· Her daughter reports that she has been having an increase in forgetfulness and that the patient’s colleagues have noticed she seems to be “off her game” for the last few weeks.
· Yesterday she was evaluated at Urgent Care and found to have a hemoglobin of 8.5 and hematocrit of 25, and she was instructed to follow-up in your office today.
· Upon examination today his lung sounds are clear and heart rhythm is regular. She has mild tenderness on palpation over her upper abdomen, but normal bowel sounds. Her skin is pale and dry. No other abnormalities are noticed on exam.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would treat the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Collaborative Posts
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## Asthmapatient.docx**
Unit 1 Discussion 2 Asthma pt
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Instructions:
You are seeing a 16-year-old patient previously diagnosed with mild persistent asthma for a routine follow-up visit.
· She is currently taking beclomethasone dipropionate (Qvar) MDI 40mcg/inhalation one puff twice daily for asthma maintenance and using albuterol (ProAir HFA) MDI 90mcg/inhalation 2 puffs every 4 hours as needed for shortness of breath or wheezing.
· In the last two months she reports using her albuterol inhaler during daytime hours an average of three times per week.
· She reports awakening at night with asthma symptoms about twice per month.
· She does not feel that she has any limitations to her activity due to asthma symptoms.
· Upon examination today her blood pressure is 110/76, heart rate is 68, respiratory rate is 18, O2 saturation is 96% on room air, and temperature is 97.8. Her lung sounds are clear, heart rhythm is regular, and skin is pink and dry.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would manage the patient’s current asthma regimen and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Please read and respond to at least two of your peers' initial responses.
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
For example:
· If you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## PTWITHGOUT.docx**
PT WITH GOUT
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
You are seeing a 58-year-old male in the clinic today for an acute visit related to joint pain and swelling.
· He has a past medical history of hypertension and hyperlipidemia and is currently taking hydrochlorothiazide 25mg daily and atorvastatin 20mg daily.
· He was seen last in your office for a routine physical 6 months ago and had lab work completed showing a normal CBC, CMP and lipid panel while on his current medications.
· He presents with pain and swelling of the right first metatarsophalangeal joint and he reports the site is red and feels hot to touch. He reports the pain is so bad he can hardly stand to have anything touch the foot and awakens at night with the pain.
· He reports the symptoms started suddenly about 2 days ago and he denies any injury to the foot
· He does not have any similar pain or swelling elsewhere.
· Upon examination today it is observed that the right metatarsophalangeal joint is mildly edematous, erythematous and warm to touch. There is no rash, no bruising, and no laceration on the site. The patient can move the joint through range of motion, but has pain with motion. His physical exam is otherwise unremarkable.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would manage the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## PTWITHANXIETY.docx**
PT WITH ANXIETY
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
You are seeing Ms. Clara Johnson, a 32-year-old white female, in the office today with a chief complaint of “I just feel like I can’t get my mind to stop racing, and it’s making It hard to focus on anything.”
· Johnson appears slightly disheveled, but is quiet and polite. She sits frequently fidgeting with her hands and avoids direct eye contact today.
· She reports excessive worry over several aspects of her life and feels this has been steadily worsening over the last year.
· She also reports frequent neck and shoulder pain, fatigue despite sleeping 7 to 8 hours a night, and difficulty concentrating.
· She has a past medical history of mild seasonal allergic rhinitis and takes cetirizine intermittently for this.
· She is married and lives with her husband and one child.
· He does not have any similar pain or swelling elsewhere.
· Upon examination today her BP is 118/76, HR 82, RR 16, and temp is 98.6F. She is alert and oriented, and auscultation reveals a regular heart rate and rhythm and clear lung sounds in all fields. No neurologic deficits on exam. No hallucinations or delusions. Thought process is logical but dominated by worries.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
·
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would manage the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## pepticulcerunit4.docx**
PEPTIC ULCER Unit 4
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
A 60-year-old white female presents to your office for a follow-up after a recent Urgent Care visit with her daughter.
· The patient’s daughter reports that the patient has not been eating much for the past few weeks and complains of a gnawing pain in her stomach when she does eat and reports that she seems to be getting “full” very quickly with eating.
· The patient complains of mild nausea over the last two weeks.
· The patient has a history of a recent fall from a ladder about 9 months ago in which she shattered multiple teeth and develop and infection. She has been under the care of an oral surgeon for this.
· Her daughter reports that she has been having an increase in forgetfulness and that the patient’s colleagues have noticed she seems to be “off her game” for the last few weeks.
· Yesterday she was evaluated at Urgent Care and found to have a hemoglobin of 8.5 and hematocrit of 25, and she was instructed to follow-up in your office today.
· Upon examination today his lung sounds are clear and heart rhythm is regular. She has mild tenderness on palpation over her upper abdomen, but normal bowel sounds. Her skin is pale and dry. No other abnormalities are noticed on exam.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would treat the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Collaborative Posts
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## Asthmapatient.docx**
Unit 1 Discussion 2 Asthma pt
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Instructions:
You are seeing a 16-year-old patient previously diagnosed with mild persistent asthma for a routine follow-up visit.
· She is currently taking beclomethasone dipropionate (Qvar) MDI 40mcg/inhalation one puff twice daily for asthma maintenance and using albuterol (ProAir HFA) MDI 90mcg/inhalation 2 puffs every 4 hours as needed for shortness of breath or wheezing.
· In the last two months she reports using her albuterol inhaler during daytime hours an average of three times per week.
· She reports awakening at night with asthma symptoms about twice per month.
· She does not feel that she has any limitations to her activity due to asthma symptoms.
· Upon examination today her blood pressure is 110/76, heart rate is 68, respiratory rate is 18, O2 saturation is 96% on room air, and temperature is 97.8. Her lung sounds are clear, heart rhythm is regular, and skin is pink and dry.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would manage the patient’s current asthma regimen and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Please read and respond to at least two of your peers' initial responses.
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
For example:
· If you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## PTWITHGOUT.docx**
PT WITH GOUT
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
You are seeing a 58-year-old male in the clinic today for an acute visit related to joint pain and swelling.
· He has a past medical history of hypertension and hyperlipidemia and is currently taking hydrochlorothiazide 25mg daily and atorvastatin 20mg daily.
· He was seen last in your office for a routine physical 6 months ago and had lab work completed showing a normal CBC, CMP and lipid panel while on his current medications.
· He presents with pain and swelling of the right first metatarsophalangeal joint and he reports the site is red and feels hot to touch. He reports the pain is so bad he can hardly stand to have anything touch the foot and awakens at night with the pain.
· He reports the symptoms started suddenly about 2 days ago and he denies any injury to the foot
· He does not have any similar pain or swelling elsewhere.
· Upon examination today it is observed that the right metatarsophalangeal joint is mildly edematous, erythematous and warm to touch. There is no rash, no bruising, and no laceration on the site. The patient can move the joint through range of motion, but has pain with motion. His physical exam is otherwise unremarkable.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would manage the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## PTWITHANXIETY.docx**
PT WITH ANXIETY
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
You are seeing Ms. Clara Johnson, a 32-year-old white female, in the office today with a chief complaint of “I just feel like I can’t get my mind to stop racing, and it’s making It hard to focus on anything.”
· Johnson appears slightly disheveled, but is quiet and polite. She sits frequently fidgeting with her hands and avoids direct eye contact today.
· She reports excessive worry over several aspects of her life and feels this has been steadily worsening over the last year.
· She also reports frequent neck and shoulder pain, fatigue despite sleeping 7 to 8 hours a night, and difficulty concentrating.
· She has a past medical history of mild seasonal allergic rhinitis and takes cetirizine intermittently for this.
· She is married and lives with her husband and one child.
· He does not have any similar pain or swelling elsewhere.
· Upon examination today her BP is 118/76, HR 82, RR 16, and temp is 98.6F. She is alert and oriented, and auscultation reveals a regular heart rate and rhythm and clear lung sounds in all fields. No neurologic deficits on exam. No hallucinations or delusions. Thought process is logical but dominated by worries.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
·
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would manage the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
**## pepticulcerunit4.docx**
PEPTIC ULCER Unit 4
Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts. All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week. Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion, however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis, collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Scenario
A 60-year-old white female presents to your office for a follow-up after a recent Urgent Care visit with her daughter.
· The patient’s daughter reports that the patient has not been eating much for the past few weeks and complains of a gnawing pain in her stomach when she does eat and reports that she seems to be getting “full” very quickly with eating.
· The patient complains of mild nausea over the last two weeks.
· The patient has a history of a recent fall from a ladder about 9 months ago in which she shattered multiple teeth and develop and infection. She has been under the care of an oral surgeon for this.
· Her daughter reports that she has been having an increase in forgetfulness and that the patient’s colleagues have noticed she seems to be “off her game” for the last few weeks.
· Yesterday she was evaluated at Urgent Care and found to have a hemoglobin of 8.5 and hematocrit of 25, and she was instructed to follow-up in your office today.
· Upon examination today his lung sounds are clear and heart rhythm is regular. She has mild tenderness on palpation over her upper abdomen, but normal bowel sounds. Her skin is pale and dry. No other abnormalities are noticed on exam.
Please develop a discussion post that responds to each of the following prompts. Where appropriate your discussion needs to be supported by scholarly resources. Be sure to include in-text citations in the context of the discussion and provide a full reference citation at the end of the discussion post:
· Provide your diagnosis.
· Discuss how you would treat the patient’s current presentation and provide a rationale supported by scholarly reference for your treatment plan.
· Include your specific prescription(s) for the patient. (This must include the medication name, dose, route, and frequency as well as any special instructions that apply as you would include when writing a prescription).
· Describe the patient education you would provide in relation to your treatment plan.
· Provide your plan for follow-up and/or referral (if indicated)
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Collaborative Posts
Review the plans posted by your peers from your advanced practice nursing role perspective (educator, leader or nurse practitioner). From this mindset, reflect upon a discussion you would like to have with your colleagues about their plan.
· For example – if you are a nurse educator (clinical or academic) what are your thoughts about the patient education provided in the plan, or do you want to comment on or add to the education provided?
· If you a nurse leader what are your thoughts about the risk profile or cost effectiveness of the plan.?
· If you are a nurse practitioner did your peer develop a plan that aligns with evidence-based practice and current clinical guidelines? Etc.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour