WEEK 4

Scenario 1: 76-year-old  female patient complains of weight gain, shortness of breath,  peripheral edema, and abdominal swelling. She has a history of  congestive heart failure and admits to not taking her diuretic, as it  makes her “have to get up every couple hours to go to the bathroom.” She  now has to sleep on two pillows in order to get enough air.

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.–

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.