GCU NRS455 Week 3 Discussion (dq1+dq2) Latest 2024

NRS455 Pathophysiology

Week 3 Discussion

DQ 1

Describe in detail the pathophysiological stages of kidney stones in a working 45-year-old adult male. Explain the clinical manifestations, complications, prognosis, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments and procedures involved. Discuss the nurse's role in supporting the patient's psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs. Provide an example integrating concepts from the "Statement of Human Flourishing," located in Topic 3 Resources.

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to "RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric" and "RN-BSN Participation Rubric," located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

DQ 2

Describe in detail the pathophysiological explanation of pancreatitis in a working 35-year-old adult female. Explain the clinical manifestations, prognosis, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments and procedures involved. Identify the nurse's role in promoting health awareness, resiliency and preventing medical complications. 

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to "RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric" and "RN-BSN Participation Rubric," located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.