Week 1 discussion
Preventative
Screening
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion
Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings and
the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources
in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view
with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation
for this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will review the latest evidence
based guidelines as they pertain to the case below. Discussion of the case is
based on the course objectives and weekly content, which emphasize the core
learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum. Throughout
your nurse practitioner program, case study discussions are used to promote the
development of clinical reasoning through the use of ongoing assessments and
diagnostic skills, and to develop patient care plans that are grounded in the
latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
Janice, a 21 year-old healthy female, presents to her nurse
practitioner for her yearly check-up. She is sexually active with her boyfriend
and uses condoms most of the time. She has never had a pelvic exam before.
Discuss the recommended screening tests, using the latest
evidence based guidelines that the nurse practitioner should perform on Janice.
Discuss the recommended education and counseling that should
be included in Janice’s care?
Week 2 discussion
iHuman Case Study –
Angela Cortez
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion
Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings and
the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources
in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view with
a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation
for this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will complete an iHuman case study
based on the course objectives and weekly content. The iHuman cases emphasize
core learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum.
Throughout your nurse practitioner program, you will use the iHuman case
studies to promote the development of clinical reasoning through the use of
ongoing assessments and diagnostic skills, and to develop patient care plans
that are grounded in the latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based
practice.
The iHuman assignments are highly interactive and a dynamic
way to enhance your learning. Material from the iHuman cases may be present in
the quizzes, the midterm exam, and the final exam.
Click here for information on how to access and navigate
iHuman.
This week, complete the iHuman case titled "Angela
Cortez".
After completing your iHuman Case Study, answer the
following questions using the latest evidenced based guidelines:
Discuss the questions that would be important to include
when interviewing a patient with this issue.
Describe the clinical findings that may be present in a
patient with this issue.
Are there any diagnostic studies that should be ordered on
this patient? Why?
List the primary diagnosis and three differential diagnoses
for this patient. Explain your reasoning for each.
Discuss your management plan for this patient, including
pharmacologic therapies, tests, patient education, referrals, and follow-ups.
Week 3 discussion
Contraceptive
Management
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion
Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings,
supplemental readings, and the South University Online Library. As in all
assignments, cite your sources in your work and provide references for the
citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view
with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation
for this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will review the latest evidence
based guidelines as they pertain to the case below. Discussion of the case is
based on the course objectives and weekly content, which emphasize the core
learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum. Throughout
your nurse practitioner program, case study discussions are used to promote the
development of clinical reasoning through the use of ongoing assessments and
diagnostic skills, and to develop patient care plans that are grounded in the
latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
Karen, is a 33 year-old G2P2, with a medical history of
migraines, for which she takes Imitrex when needed. She has a history of heavy
and painful menses each month, lasting approximately 7-8 days. Karen smokes ½
pack of cigarettes per day. Her father has a history of DVT and cardiac
disease. Her mother has a history of cervical cancer. Her blood pressure today
is 138/76 and her pelvic exam is normal. She is divorced and is sexually active
with her new boyfriend. She is currently using condoms for birth control and
wants something more reliable. Karen does not desire pregnancy in the near
future.
Discuss the contraceptive methods using the latest
evidence-based guidelines that Karen would be medically eligible for.
Identify one method that you feel would be most beneficial
to Karen and discuss why you selected it.
Are there any methods that you would not recommend for
Karen? Why?
Week 4 discussion
iHuman Case Study –
Rachael Hardy
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion
Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings and
the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources
in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view
with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation
for this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will complete an iHuman case study
based on the course objectives and weekly content. The iHuman cases emphasize
core learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum.
Throughout your nurse practitioner program, you will use the iHuman case
studies to promote the development of clinical reasoning through the use of
ongoing assessments and diagnostic skills, and to develop patient care plans
that are grounded in the latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based
practice.
The iHuman assignments are highly interactive and a dynamic
way to enhance your learning. Material from the iHuman cases may be present in
the quizzes, the midterm exam, and the final exam.
Click here for information on how to access and navigate
iHuman.
This week, complete the iHuman case titled "Rachael
Hardy".
After completing your iHuman Case Study, answer the
following questions using the latest evidenced based guidelines:
Discuss the questions that would be important to include
when interviewing a patient with this issue.
Describe the clinical findings that may be present in a
patient with this issue.
Are there any diagnostic studies that should be ordered on
this patient? Why?
List the primary diagnosis and three differential diagnoses
for this patient. Explain your reasoning for each.
Discuss your management plan for this patient, including
pharmacologic therapies, tests, patient education, referrals, and follow-ups.
Week 5 discussion
iHuman Case Study –
Pamela Flowers
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion Area
by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings and
the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources
in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view
with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation
for this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will complete an iHuman case study
based on the course objectives and weekly content. The iHuman cases emphasize
core learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum.
Throughout your nurse practitioner program, you will use the iHuman case
studies to promote the development of clinical reasoning through the use of
ongoing assessments and diagnostic skills, and to develop patient care plans
that are grounded in the latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based
practice.
The iHuman assignments are highly interactive and a dynamic
way to enhance your learning. Material from the iHuman cases may be present in
the quizzes, the midterm exam, and the final exam.
Click here for information on how to access and navigate
iHuman.
This week, complete the iHuman case titled “Pamela Flowers”.
After completing your iHuman Case Study, answer the
following questions using the latest evidenced based guidelines:
Discuss the questions that would be important to include
when interviewing a patient with this issue.
Describe the clinical findings that may be present in a
patient with this issue.
Are there any diagnostic studies that should be ordered on
this patient? Why?
List the primary diagnosis and three differential diagnoses
for this patient. Explain your reasoning for each.
Discuss your management plan for this patient, including
pharmacologic therapies, tests, patient education, referrals, and follow-ups.
Week 6 discussion
iHuman Case Study –
Sonya Phillips
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion
Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings and
the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources
in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view
with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation
for this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will complete an iHuman case study
based on the course objectives and weekly content. The iHuman cases emphasize
core learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum.
Throughout your nurse practitioner program, you will use the iHuman case
studies to promote the development of clinical reasoning through the use of
ongoing assessments and diagnostic skills, and to develop patient care plans
that are grounded in the latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based
practice.
The iHuman assignments are highly interactive and a dynamic
way to enhance your learning. Material from the iHuman cases may be present in
the quizzes, the midterm exam, and the final exam.
Click here for information on how to access and navigate
iHuman.
This week, complete the iHuman case titled “Sonya Phillips”.
After completing your iHuman Case Study, answer the
following questions using the latest evidenced based guidelines:
Discuss the questions that would be important to include
when interviewing a patient with this issue.
Describe the clinical findings that may be present in a
patient with this issue.
Are there any diagnostic studies that should be ordered on
this patient? Why?
List the primary diagnosis and three differential diagnoses
for this patient. Explain your reasoning for each.
Discuss your management plan for this patient, including
pharmacologic therapies, tests, patient education, referrals, and follow-ups.
Week 7 discussion
iHuman Case Study -
Erin Davis
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion
Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings and
the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources
in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view
with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation for
this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will complete an iHuman case study
based on the course objectives and weekly content. The iHuman cases emphasize
core learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum. Throughout
your nurse practitioner program, you will use the iHuman case studies to
promote the development of clinical reasoning through the use of ongoing
assessments and diagnostic skills, and to develop patient care plans that are
grounded in the latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
The iHuman assignments are highly interactive and a dynamic
way to enhance your learning. Material from the iHuman cases may be present in
the quizzes, the midterm exam, and the final exam.
Click here for information on how to access and navigate
iHuman.
This week, complete the iHuman case titled “Erin Davis”.
After completing your iHuman Case Study, answer the
following questions using the latest evidenced based guidelines:
Discuss the questions that would be important to include
when interviewing a patient with this issue.
Describe the clinical findings that may be present in a
patient with this issue.
Are there any diagnostic studies that should be ordered on
this patient? Why?
List the primary diagnosis and three differential diagnoses
for this patient. Explain your reasoning for each.
Discuss your management plan for this patient, including
pharmacologic therapies, tests, patient education, referrals, and follow-ups.
Week 8 discussion
LGBT Health Care
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion
Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings and
the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources
in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view
with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation
for this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will review and reflect on the LGBT
article. This article can be applied to healthcare providers in the multiple
care settings. Discussion of the article
is based on the course objectives and weekly content, which emphasize the core
learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum. Throughout
your nurse practitioner program, discussions are used to promote the
development of clinical reasoning through the use of ongoing assessments and
diagnostic skills, and to develop patient care plans that are grounded in the
latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
Discuss any “take-away” thoughts from the article.
How do you plan to make a positive impact on the care of
LGBT patients when you become a NP? What
attitudes/behaviors/communication/understanding is important for the NP to
have?
What specific screenings / interventions will you
incorporate into practice when providing care to a LGBT patient?
Week 9 discussion
Hormone Replacement
Therapy
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion
Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings and
the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources
in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view
with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation
for this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will review the latest evidence
based guidelines as they pertain to the case below. Discussion of the case is
based on the course objectives and weekly content, which emphasize the core
learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum. Throughout
your nurse practitioner program, case study discussions are used to promote the
development of clinical reasoning through the use of ongoing assessments and
diagnostic skills, and to develop patient care plans that are grounded in the
latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
Ms. Martin is a 55-year-old woman who has been on HRT for 4
years. HRT was prescribed because Ms. Martin was experiencing vasomotor
symptoms associated with menopause. Her last mammogram was 2 years ago and last
pap was 5 years ago. Ms. Martin made an appointment with her nurse practitioner
to discuss discontinuing HRT after hearing and reading news reports about the
dangers associated with the medication. Except for the HRT, Ms. Martin is
taking no medication other than a daily vitamin. She had a tubal ligation after
the birth of her third child but has had no other surgeries or history of any
medical conditions. Her father had cardiovascular disease and died of a
myocardial infarction at 77 years of age. Her mother was diagnosed with breast
cancer at 81 years of age. Ms. Martin does not smoke and rarely drinks alcohol.
She likes to work in her garden but is not involved in a formal exercise
program. She has gained about 10 pounds since menopause.
What evidence-based information will you provide to Ms.
Martin regarding her concerns of HRT? Discuss the advantages and risks
associated with HRT.
What are your recommendations for Ms. Martin? Will you
recommend continuing or discontinuing HRT and why?
What alternative treatments for menopausal symptoms will you
discuss with Ms. Martin?
Discuss the recommended screening tests, using the latest
evidence based guidelines that Ms. Martin should have.
What health promotion, maintenance, and prevention education
would be important to provide to Ms. Martin?
Week 10 discussion
Prophylactic
Hysterectomy
This discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing
relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered. For
this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion
Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course textbook readings and
the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources
in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your
classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your
classmates' initial postings. Participate in the discussion by asking a
question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view
with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a
relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Cite
resources in your responses to other classmates. Complete your participation for
this assignment by the end of the week.
For this assignment, you will review and reflect on the
Prophylactic Hysterectomy article. This article can be applied to healthcare
providers in the primary care and specialty settings. Discussion of the article is based on the
course objectives and weekly content, which emphasize the core learning
objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum. Throughout your nurse
practitioner program, discussions are used to promote the development of
clinical reasoning through the use of ongoing assessments and diagnostic
skills, and to develop patient care plans that are grounded in the latest
clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
Discuss any “take-away” thoughts from the article.
What are the ethical dilemmas to consider with prophylactic
surgeries?
Discuss the screenings/interventions/options/education that
you would provide to a patient that has a strong family history of ovarian
cancer. What if the patient has no health insurance? What resources could you
offer to assist the patient?
