No limit on references for this case study but 4 minimum.
In your Case Study Analysis related to the scenario provided, explain the following as it applies to the scenario you were provided (not all may apply to each scenario):
The factors that affect fertility (STDs).
Why inflammatory markers rise in STD/PID.
Why prostatitis and infection happens. Also explain the causes of systemic reaction.
Why a patient would need a splenectomy after a diagnosis of ITP.
Anemia and the different kinds of anemia (i.e., micro and macrocytic).
Scenario:
67-year-old female presents with chief complaint of shortness of breath, fatigue, weakness, unintentional weight loss, and mild numbness in her feet. She states she feels unsteady when she walks. PMH includes hypothyroidism well controlled on Synthroid 100 mcg/day. No hx of HTN or CHF.
Vital signs: Temp 98.7 F, pulse 118, Respirations 22, BP 108/64, PaO2 95% on room air.
Physical exam revealed pale, anxious female appearing older than stated years.
HEENT- pale conjunctiva of eyes and pale palate. Tongue beefy red and slightly swollen with loss of normal rugae. Turbinates pale but no swelling. Thyroid palpable but no nodules felt. No lymph nodes palpated.
Cardiac-regular rate and rhythm with soft II/VI systolic murmur. Respiratory- lungs clear with no adventitious breath sounds. Abdomen-soft, non-tender with positive bowel sounds. Liver edge palpated two finger breadths below right costal margin. Lab data- hgb, hct, reticulocyte count, serum B12 levels low, mean corpuscle volume, plasma iron, and ferritin levels high, folate, TIBC are normal.
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Name: NURS_6501_Module7_Case Study_Assignment_Rubric
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Develop a 1- to 2-page case study analysis, examining the patient symptoms presented in the case study. Be sure to address the following as it relates to the case you were assigned (omit section that does not pertain to your case, faculty will give full points for that section):
Explain the factors that affect fertility (STDs)–
Excellent 23 (23%) – 25 (25%)
Good 20 (20%) – 22 (22%)
Fair 18 (18%) – 19 (19%)
Poor 0 (0%) – 17 (17%)
Explain why inflammatory markers rise in STD/PID–
Excellent 18 (18%) – 20 (20%)
Good 16 (16%) – 17 (17%)
Fair 14 (14%) – 15 (15%)
Poor 0 (0%) – 13 (13%)
Explain why prostatitis and infection happen. Also explain the causes of systemic reaction.–
Excellent 18 (18%) – 20 (20%)
Good 16 (16%) – 17 (17%)
Fair 14 (14%) – 15 (15%)
Poor 0 (0%) – 13 (13%)
Explain why a patient would need a splenectomy after a diagnosis of ITP.–
Excellent 5 (5%) – 10 (10%)
Good 4 (4%) – 4 (4%)
Fair 3 (3%) – 3 (3%)
Poor 0 (0%) – 2 (2%)
Explain anemia and the different kinds of anemia (i.e., micro and macrocytic).–
Excellent 5 (5%) – 10 (10%)
Good 4 (4%) – 4 (4%)
Fair 3 (3%) – 3 (3%)
Poor 0 (0%) – 2 (2%)
Written Expression and Formatting – Paragraph Development and Organization:
Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focusedneither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance.
A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction are provided that delineate all required criteria.–
Excellent 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)
Good 4 (4%) – 4 (4%)
Fair 3 (3%) – 3 (3%)
Poor 0 (0%) – 2 (2%)
Written Expression and Formatting – English Writing Standards:
Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation–
Excellent 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)
Good 4 (4%) – 4 (4%)
Fair 3 (3%) – 3 (3%)
Poor 0 (0%) – 2 (2%)
Written Expression and Formatting – The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, running heads, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list.–
Excellent 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)
Good 4 (4%) – 4 (4%)
Fair 3 (3%) – 3 (3%)
Poor 0 (0%) – 2 (2%)
Total Points: 100
Name: NURS_6501_Module7_Case Study_Assignment_Rubric
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