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NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 1 Discussion

Icebreaker Activity

Initial Post

Please introduce yourself to the class. Instead of just the normal "where you live, number of children and pets you have," let’s make this fun by answering the following questions:

Ask a young child to define pathophysiology. No prompting; just ask them to tell you what it is and why it’s important. You’ll be amazed at some of the responses that you get.

Have you ever tried any form of integrative or complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) or activities?"? If so, what was your experience like? If the answer is no, would you consider trying something different – why or why not?

Each student should also upload a photo of themselves in Moodle so that we can begin to put a name with a face. If you are uncomfortable with uploading a personal photo, please load a picture of an animal, your favorite place, etc.

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 2 Discussion

Genetic or Cellular Malfunction Article Critique

Consider the material that was presented this week. Find a research article related to topics found in Chapters 20, 21, or 22. Title your post with the Chapter number and the topic. For this discussion post, you should provide a strong (5-6 sentences per paragraph with citations and a purpose statement) two-paragraph explanation of the topic and then introduce your article. Please use the following ten questions to critique your research article. The ten questions need to be incorporated into the discussion, and be presented in APA format following the introduction of your article. The last paragraph should be a conclusion tying all the content together. This discussion post will be longer than what most would consider to be a normal length post, so please make sure that you are answering all the questions and providing the information that is required. Please review the rubric as well.

Article Critique Criteria:

Author, Year, Title, Journal

Purpose of the article: research, theoretical, program implementation

From what discipline was the literature review drawn?

What were the gaps, issues, purposes identified from the synthesis of the literature?

What design and methods were used for the purpose of the project?

Were the sample, size, and setting (or choice of articles) adequate for the project?

What were the findings and conclusions?

What are the implications for future research?

How could the information in this article be applied to advanced nursing practice?

Would you recommend this article to others as an example to add to the understanding of this information?

Upload your article critique along with your article in PDF format to this discussion forum in your initial post.

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 3 Discussion

Problem-Based Learning Case

Initial Post

Using the Week 3: Discussion Choice Question, choose your topic for this week’s discussion. The topics come from Chapters 5 and 7. Chapter 6 talks about infection and you should apply what you learned from Chapter 6 to your topic as well. You may use the textbook as one reference as well as the learning materials posted within the course. However, additional references should be scholarly based and be a new source that you are introducing to your peers. Remember, you should focus on the pathophysiology of the content for your initial and peer replies as well as applying your knowledge to Advanced Practice Nursing.

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 4 Discussion

Lymphatic System Disorders and Peripheral Vascular Disorders

Initial Post

Consider the material that was presented this week and for this discussion, introduce Peripheral Vascular or Lymphatic Disorder/Disease to your peers. Find a research article related to topics found in Chapters 10 or 11. Title your discussion with the chapter number and the topic. Once you have introduced your topic, please use the following ten questions to critique your research article. The ten questions need to be incorporated into the discussion and presented in APA format following the introduction of your article. The last paragraph should be a conclusion tying all the content together. This discussion post will be longer than most discussion posts, so please make sure that you are answering all the questions and providing the information that is required. Please review the rubric as well.

Article Critique Criteria:

Author, Year, Title, Journal

Purpose of the article: research, theoretical, program implementation

From what discipline was the literature review drawn?

What were the gaps, issues, purposes identified from the synthesis of the literature?

What design and methods were used for the purpose of the project?

Were the sample, size, and setting (or choice of articles) adequate for the project?

What were the findings and conclusions?

What are the implications for future research?

How could the information in this article be applied to advanced nursing practice?

Would you recommend this article to others as an example to add to the understanding of this information?

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 6 Discussion

Problem-Based Learning Case

Initial Post

Choose one of the Case Studies from Chapter 13 using the Week 6: Case Study Choice. Please summarize the case and discuss the questions that are asked with the case study presentation. Although it is not specifically asked, make sure that you are including aspects of immobility from Chapter 25 within the answers to the questions, and drawing ABGs on your patient, relaying the results (note you will need to make up what would be considered appropriate ABG results based on this case), and what those results mean in relation to your case study.

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 7 Discussion

Complications of Aging

Initial Post

Using the Week 7 Discussion: Choice Question, choose your topic for this week’s discussion. The topics come from Chapter 24 of your text. You may use the textbook as one reference as well as the learning materials posted within the course. However, you must also locate a scholarly article related to your aging discussion question. Your question should be stated in your initial discussion post and answered based on pathophysiological principles and specifically those related to aging. Remember, you should focus on the pathophysiology of the content for your initial and peer replies as well as applying your knowledge to Advanced Practice Nursing.

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 8 Discussion

Problem-Based Learning Case

Initial Post

Using the Week 8 Discussion: Choice Question, choose your topic for this week’s discussion.

In your initial discussion post, focus on the following:

the pathophysiology of the chosen condition

diagnostic testing

treatments

prognosis

In addition, provide a paragraph or so regarding how, as a nurse practitioner in your given program of study i.e. FNP, AGNP, PNP, PMHNP, WHNP, how you might encounter this disorder and how the disorder could affect your overall plan of care for this patient i.e. drug modalities, follow up testing, referrals etc.

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 9 Discussion

Problem-Based Learning Case

Initial Post

Choose one of the topics available in Week 9: Discussion Choice Question for your post.

In your initial post

Your initial post should also include the following:

The most common presenting symptoms.

The manner in which your disorder is routinely diagnosed.

A standard treatment plan.

Link(s) to routine screening and treatment guidelines.

If national screening and treatment guidelines do not exist for your disorder, choose a set of guidelines related to disorders that have been discussed in previous weeks. This is a great way for everyone to build a library of guidelines to help with their academic journey.

There is an abundance of information available on these disorders.In your research, look for the nuggets of information that are not common knowledge, or something specific that surprised you when you were researching your topic.

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 10 Discussion

GI Case Study

Initial Post

Choose one of the following case studies from Chapter 17 for your entry:

Case Study A: Gastroenteritis

Case Study B: Ulcer and Peritonitis

Case Study C: Hepatitis B and Cirrhosis

Case Study D: Crohn’s Disease

Case Study E: Colon Cancer

Review the case study and answer two of the questions posed in the study. To be considered exemplary, you must answer three of the questions. Your introductory paragraph should provide a summary of the case and the purpose statement. Remember to provide a citation for each answer.

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 11 Discussion

Problem-Based Learning Case

Initial Post

Using the Week 11 Discussion: Choice Question, choose your topic for this week’s discussion. You may use the textbook as one reference as well as the learning materials posted within the course. However, additional references should be scholarly based and be a new source that you are introducing to your peers.

Research and present the pathophysiology of the chosen disorder in a clear, well referenced manner.

Your initial post should also include the following:

The most common presenting symptoms

The manner in which your disorder is routinely diagnosed

A standard treatment plan

Link(s) to routine screening and treatment guidelines

If national screening and treatment guidelines do not exist for your disorder, choose a set of guidelines related to disorders that have been discussed in previous weeks. This is a great way for everyone to build a library of guidelines to help with their academic journey.

There is an abundance of information available on these disorders; in your research, look for the nuggets of information that are not common knowledge, or something specific that surprised you when you were researching your topic.

NU606 Advanced Pathophysiology

Week 15 Discussion

Problem-Based Learning Case

Initial Post

Using the Week 15 Discussion: Choice Question, choose your topic for this week’s discussion. You may use the textbook as one reference as well as the learning materials posted within the course. However, additional references should be scholarly based and be a new source that you are introducing to your peers.

As the adage goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” That sure does apply to skin disorders. Present your findings in this week’s discussion in the form of an 8-10 slide PowerPoint presentation with images (remember your images need to be cited). You can choose to present your information through voice-over or you can provide the narrative content in the notes section of each slide. The slides themselves should be focused on visual information.

In addition to uploading your PowerPoint, in your initial post, research and present the pathophysiology of the disorder in a clear, well referenced manner. Your initial post should also include the following:

The most common presenting symptoms.

The manner in which your disorder is routinely diagnosed.

A standard treatment plan.

Link(s) to routine screening and treatment guidelines, if available.

If national screening and treatment guidelines do not exist for your disorder, choose a set of guidelines related to disorders that have been discussed in previous weeks. This is a great way for everyone to build a library of guidelines to help with their academic journey.

There is an abundance of information available on these disorders; in your research, look for the nuggets of information that are not common knowledge, or something specific that surprised you when you were researching your topic.

Reply Posts

Reply to at least two of your classmates who did not choose the same disorder as you. In your reply posts, use scholarly information to help contrast or compare information with your classmates. It’s important to note that identifying areas of lack of knowledge is acceptable and encouraged to help everyone learn to function in a team-based environment.