Description
Scenario 1: A 38-year-old female presents to the emergency room with complaints of dyspnea and left leg pain. Patient reports that her left leg started feeling heavy a few days ago and has also been red since she returned from a recent trip. She denies any injury to her leg. She reports that she started having some dyspnea in the last 24 hours. Patient history is remarkable for systemic lupus erythematosus and a history of recent airplane travel. She is also taking oral birth control. Her bp is 130/84, heart rate 100, R 24, and temp is 100.4F. Physical exam reveals unilateral +2 pitting leg edema to left leg with erythema.
The Assignment
In your Case Study Analysis related to the scenario provided, explain the following
The pulmonary pathophysiologic processes that result in the patient presenting these symptoms.
Any racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning.
How these processes interact to affect the patient.
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDevelop a 1- to 2-page case study analysis, examining the patient symptoms presented in the case study. Be sure to address the following: Explain pulmonary pathophysiologic processes of why the patient presents these symptoms.
30 to >27.0 ptsExcellentThe response accurately and thoroughly describes the patient symptoms. … The response includes accurate, clear, and detailed reasons, with explanation for the pulmonary pathophysiologic processes supported by evidence and/or research, as appropriate, to support the explanation. 27 to >24.0 ptsGoodThe response describes the patient symptoms. … The response includes accurate reasons, with explanation for the pulmonary pathophysiologic processes supported by evidence and/or research, as appropriate, to support the explanation. 24 to >22.0 ptsFairThe response describes the patient symptoms in a manner that is vague or inaccurate. … The response includes reasons for the pulmonary pathophysiologic processes, with explanations that are vague or based on inappropriate evidence/research. 22 to >0 ptsPoorThe response describes the patient symptoms in a manner that is vague and inaccurate, or the description is missing. … The response does not include reasons for pulmonary pathophysiologic processes, or the explanations are vague or based on inappropriate or no evidence/research.
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExplain how the pulmonary pathophysiologic processes interact to affect the patient.
30 to >27.0 ptsExcellentThe response includes an accurate, complete, detailed, and specific explanation of how the pulmonary pathophysiologic processes interact to affect the patient. 27 to >24.0 ptsGoodThe response includes an accurate explanation of how the pulmonary pathophysiologic processes interact to affect the patient. 24 to >22.0 ptsFairThe response includes a vague or inaccurate explanation of how thepulmonary pathophysiologic processes interact to affect the patient. 22 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes a vague or inaccurate explanation of how thepulmonary pathophysiologic processes interact to affect the patient.
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExplain any racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning.
25 to >22.0 ptsExcellentThe response includes an accurate, complete, detailed, and specific explanation of racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning supported by evidence and/or research, as appropriate, to support the explanation. 22 to >19.0 ptsGoodThe response includes an accurate explanation of racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning supported by evidence and/or research, as appropriate, to support the explanation. 19 to >17.0 ptsFairThe response includes a vague or inaccurate explanation of racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning, and/or explanations based on inappropriate evidence/research. 17 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes a vague or inaccurate explanation of racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning, or the explanations are based on inappropriate or no evidence/research.
25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten 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.
5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. … A clear and comprehensive purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion are provided that delineate all required criteria. 4 to >3.0 ptsGoodParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. … Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment are stated, yet are brief and not descriptive. 3 to >2.0 ptsFairParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%–79% of the time. … Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment are vague or off topic. 2 to >0 ptsPoorParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. ... No purpose statement, introduction, or conclusion were provided.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting - English Writing Standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation
5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors. 4 to >3.0 ptsGoodContains a few (1 or 2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. 3 to >2.0 ptsFairContains several (3 or 4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. 2 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten 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.
5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct APA format with no errors. 4 to >3.0 ptsGoodContains a few (1 or 2) APA format errors. 3 to >2.0 ptsFairContains several (3 or 4) APA format errors. 2 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (≥ 5) APA format errors.
5 pts
Total Points: 100
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