Instructions:
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is for learners to:
- Identify opportunities for improvement in their knowledge base.
- Improve their knowledge base and understanding of a disease process identified as an opportunity area on the APEA predictor exam.
- Have the opportunity to integrate knowledge and skills learned throughout all core courses in the FNP track and previous clinical courses.
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze the literature be able to perform an evidenced-based review of their case, diagnosis, and plan, while guiding and taking feedback from peers regarding the case.
- Demonstrate professional communication and leadership, while advancing the education of peers.
Activity Learning Outcomes
Through this discussion, the student will demonstrate the ability to:
- Interpret subjective and objective data to develop appropriate diagnoses and evidence based management plans for patients and families with complex or multiple diagnoses across the lifespan (CO 1).
- Develop management plans based on current scientific evidence and national guidelines (CO 4).
Due Date:
- Part 2: Thursday by 11:59pm MT of Week 5
A 10% late penalty will be imposed for discussions posted after the deadline on Thursday 11:59PM MT of Week 5, regardless of the number of days late. NOTHING will be accepted after 11:59pm MT on Sunday (i.e. student will receive an automatic 0).
Total Points Possible: 70
Requirements
Part 2- Due By Thursday 11:59 p.m. MT at the end of Week 5
Submit your First line treatment plan based on one dx from your differential list to the Case Study Submission area by 11:59pm MT Thursday night.
Respond to at least one Student’s CC write up and all faculty questions posed directly to you.
**To see view the grading criteria/rubric, please click on the 3 dots in the box at the end of the solid gray bar above the discussion board title and then Show Rubric.
| DISCUSSION CONTENT Category Points % Description Application of Course Knowledge 40 57% Post contributes clinically accurate perspectives/insights applicable to the results from the physical exam and diagnoses. Initial post includes the most likely diagnosis/specific treatment plan given case study information supported by rationale and answers all questions presented in the case. Demonstrates course knowledge/assigned readings by: linking tests/interventions accurately to diagnoses, applies learned knowledge specifically to the symptoms and patient information using original dialogue i.e., little to no direct quotes. Evidence Based resources 20 29% Discussion post supported by evidence from appropriate sources published within the last five years. Focus of journal articles represents a logical link between the article content and the case study information. In-text citations and full references are provided. 60 86% Total CONTENT Points= 60 pts DISCUSSION FORMAT Organization 5 7% Discussion post presented in a logical, meaningful, and understandable sequence. Headings reflect separation of criterion outlined in assignment guidelines. **Direct quote should not exceed 15 words & must add substantively to the discussion APA/Grammar/Spelling 5 7% Discussion post has minimal grammar, spelling, syntax, punctuation and APA* errors. Direct quotes (if used) is limited to 1 short statement** which adds substantively to the post. * APA style references and in text citations are required; however, there are no deductions for errors in indentation or spacing of references. All elements of the reference otherwise must be included. 10 14% Total FORMAT Points= 10 pts 70 100% DISCUSSION TOTAL=70 pts |
