DDescribe a patient encounter you had this week. (Do not use the patient’s real name.)
Discuss a brief HPI, Pertinent subjective and objective complaint data.
Pick one disorder to explore related to the case and summarize the pathophysiology behind the disorder.
Present the current management recommendations for the disorder. This must be based on current evidence or guidelines.
Discuss the actual plan that was implemented in the clinical setting for this patient.
Were guidelines followed? If not please explain further.
When discussing the plan, address labs that were ordered, medications prescribed/ordered, referrals or consultations.
Discuss WHY each of the components of the plan were implemented.
Discuss the patient’s level of knowledge about his/her disorder and education gaps that needed to be addressed for either the patient or family.
Reflect on your comfort level managing this disorder.
Where do you need to further develop your acute care acumen to safely and appropriately care for patients with this disorder?