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Week 8 case Study
WEEK 8
Scenario 4: A 67-year-old man presents to the HCP with chief complaint of tremors in his arms. He also has noticed some tremors in his leg as well. The patient is accompanied by his son, who says that his father has become “stiff” and it takes him much longer to perform simple tasks. The son also relates that his father needs help rising from his chair. Physical exam demonstrates tremors in the hands at rest and fingers exhibit “pill rolling” movement. The patient’s face is not mobile and exhibits a mask-like appearance. His gait is uneven, and he shuffles when he walks and his head/neck, hips, and knees are flexed forward. He exhibits jerky or cogwheeling movement. The patient states that he has episodes of extreme sweating and flushing not associated with activity. Laboratory data unremarkable and the HCP has diagnosed the patient with Parkinson’s Disease.
Develop a 1- to 2-page case study analysis, examining the patient symptoms presented in the case study. Be sure to address the following:
Explain why you think the patient presented the symptoms described.–
Levels of Achievement:
Excellent 28 (28.00%) – 30 (30.00%)
Good 25 (25.00%) – 27 (27.00%)
Fair 23 (23.00%) – 24 (24.00%)
Poor 0 (0.00%) – 22 (22.00%)
Identify the genes that may be associated with the development of the disease.–
Levels of Achievement:
Excellent 23 (23.00%) – 25 (25.00%)
Good 20 (20.00%) – 22 (22.00%)
Fair 18 (18.00%) – 19 (19.00%)
Poor 0 (0.00%) – 17 (17.00%)
Explain the process of immunosuppression and the effect it has on body systems.–
Levels of Achievement:
Excellent 28 (28.00%) – 30 (30.00%)
Good 25 (25.00%) – 27 (27.00%)
Fair 23 (23.00%) – 24 (24.00%)
Poor 0 (0.00%) – 17 (17.00%)
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 focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction are provided that delineate all required criteria.–
Levels of Achievement:
Excellent 5 (5.00%) – 5 (5.00%)
Good 4 (4.00%) – 4 (4.00%)
Fair 3 (3.00%) – 3 (3.00%)
Poor 0 (0.00%) – 2 (2.00%)
Written Expression and Formatting – English Writing Standards:
Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation–
Levels of Achievement:
Excellent 5 (5.00%) – 5 (5.00%)
Good 4 (4.00%) – 4 (4.00%)
Fair 3 (3.00%) – 3 (3.00%)
Poor 0 (0.00%) – 2 (2.00%)
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.–
Levels of Achievement:
Excellent 5 (5.00%) – 5 (5.00%)
Good 4 (4.00%) – 4 (4.00%)
Fair 3 (3.00%) – 3 (3.00%)
Module 1 Assignment: Case Study Analysis
An understanding of cells and cell behavior is a critically important component of disease diagnosis and treatment. But some diseases can be complex in nature, with a variety of factors and circumstances impacting their emergence and severity.
Effective disease analysis often requires an understanding that goes beyond isolated cell behavior. Genes, the environments in which cell processes operate, the impact of patient characteristics, and racial and ethnic variables all can have an important impact.
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An understanding of the signals and symptoms of alterations in cellular processes is a critical step in the diagnosis and treatment of many diseases. For APRNs, this understanding can also help educate patients and guide them through their treatment plans.
In this Assignment, you examine a case study and analyze the symptoms presented. You identify cell, gene, and/or process elements that may be factors in the diagnosis, and you explain the implications to patient health.
To prepare:
By Day 1 of this week, you will be assigned to a specific case study for this Case Study Assignment. Please see the “Course Announcements” section of the classroom for your assignment from your Instructor.
The Assignment (1- to 2-page case study analysis)
Develop a 1- to 2-page case study analysis in which you:
Explain why you think the patient presented the symptoms described.
Identify the genes that may be associated with the development of the disease.
Explain the process of immunosuppression and the effect it has on body systems.
By Day 7 of Week 2
Submit your Case Study Analysis Assignment by Day 7 of Week 2.
Reminder: The College of Nursing requires that all papers submitted include a title page, introduction, summary, and references. The sample paper provided at the Walden Writing Center provides an example of those required elements (available at https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates). All papers submitted must use this formatting.Poor 0 (0.00%) – 2 (2.00%)