N518 Full Course Latest 2018 December Question # 00596584 Course Code : N518 Subject: Health Care Due on: 01/09/2019 Posted On: 01/09/2019 09:57 AM Tutorials: 1 Rating: 5.0/5

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 1
Discussion

Complete a comprehensive risk assessment for a friend or
family member. Please do not use the patient’s name or identifiers. Discuss
your findings. Then, reflect on your interview and discuss which parts went
well and which parts you will change the next time you complete a risk
assessment.

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 2
Discussion

In your professional opinion, what is the difference between
chronic and acute pain? How is the assessment for each type of pain different?
What must you keep in mind when assessing acute pain? What must you keep in
mind when assessing chronic pain?
Reflect upon a time when you assessed a patient in pain. What did you do
well? What points could you have improved upon? How did the pain impact the
patient? What specific treatments could have lessened the impact of the pain on
the patient?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 3
Discussion

When a patient presents to a primary care provider with a
complaint of chest pain, there are a number of possibilities that must be
considered. Discuss the first three steps you would complete in assessing a
patient with this complaint. Then, discuss at least two differential diagnoses
for a patient with chest pain. How would the treatment and intervention course
differ for each diagnosis?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 4
Discussion

When a patient presents to a primary care provider with a
complaint of abdominal pain, there are a number of possibilities that must be
considered. Discuss the first three steps you would complete in assessing a
patient with this complaint. Then, discuss at least two differential diagnoses
for a patient with abdominal pain. How would the treatment and intervention
course differ for each diagnosis?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 5
Discussion

In the assigned article, you read about ovarian teratomas.
This diagnosis, although rare, can cause patients to present with psychiatric
symptoms. However, if not discovered, the patient can end up in respiratory
arrest and/or cardiac arrest on the psychiatric unit. Think back over your
experience to a time when a misdiagnosis may have had serious consequences to a
patient. Research the disease and discuss it. What are the clinical manifestations?
What are common differential diagnoses? How common is the disease? What are the
potential consequences of misdiagnosis? How can misdiagnosis be prevented?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 6
Discussion

Unfortunately, mental illness is frequently in the news.
Reflect on one recent news item that discusses mental illness. What points did
the media correctly identify about the disease? What points did the media miss
or discuss correctly? How does media coverage of mental illness add to the
stigma of the disease? How does it impact treatment of the disease?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 7
Discussion

Choose one of Erikson’s Psychosocial Stages. Think about the
approximate ages of patients at each stage and the complete physical assessment
for your chosen stage. How will you conduct the assessment? What psychosocial
developments do you need to keep in mind? What additional testing and
screenings will you need to perform? Discuss two abnormalities found in the age
group. Finally, discuss how you have been successful assessing patients in this
psychosocial stage. Then, choose a classmate who has discussed a different
stage and reply to him or her, discussing the similarities and differences
between the stage you choose and the stage he or she choose. How will those
similarities and differences impact your assessment?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 1 Assignment

Remember to submit your work following the file naming
convention FirstInitial.LastName_M01.docx. For example, J.Smith_M01.docx.
Remember that it is not necessary to manually type in the file extension; it
will automatically append.

Start by reading and following these instructions:

1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the
assignment rubric to help you focus.

2. Read the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any
additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional
research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources
carefully.

3. Consider the course discussions so far and any insights
gained from it.

4. Create your Assignment submission and be sure to cite
your sources if needed, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.

Assignment:

Exercises:

Complete the Shadow Health tutorial

Complete the Shadow Health History assessment.

Professional Development

Write a reflection essay of your experience with the Shadow
Health virtual assessment. At least two scholarly sources in addition to your
textbook should be utilized. Please be sure to address each of the following
prompts:

What went well in your assessment?

What did not go so well? What will you change for your next
assessment?

What findings did you uncover?

What questions yielded the most information? Why do you
think these were effective?

What diagnostic tests would you order based on your
findings?

What differential diagnoses are you currently considering?

What patient teaching were you able to complete? What
additional patient teaching is needed?

Would you prescribe any medications at this point? Why or
why not? If so, what?

How did your assessment demonstrate sound critical thinking
and clinical decision making? What could you change to make it better?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 2 Assignment

Remember to submit your work following the file naming
convention FirstInitial.LastName_M01.docx. For example, J.Smith_M01.docx.
Remember that it is not necessary to manually type in the file extension; it
will automatically append.

Start by reading and following these instructions:

1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the
assignment rubric to help you focus.

2. Read the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any
additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional
research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources
carefully.

3. Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained
from it.

4. Create your Assignment submission and be sure to cite
your sources, use APA style as required, check your spelling.

Assignment:

Exercises:

Complete the Shadow Health HEENT assessment.

Professional Development

Write a reflection essay of your experience with the Shadow
Health virtual assessment. At least two scholarly sources in addition to your
textbook should be utilized. Please be sure to address each of the following
prompts:

What went well in your assessment?

What did not go so well? What will you change for your next
assessment?

What findings did you uncover?

What questions yielded the most information? Why do you
think these were effective?

What diagnostic tests would you order based on your
findings?

What differential diagnoses are you currently considering?

What patient teaching were you able to complete? What
additional patient teaching is needed?

Would you prescribe any medications at this point? Why or
why not? If so, what?

How did your assessment demonstrate sound critical thinking
and clinical decision making? What could you change to make it better?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 3 Assignment

Remember to submit your work following the file naming
convention FirstInitial.LastName_M01.docx. For example, J.Smith_M01.docx.
Remember that it is not necessary to manually type in the file extension; it
will automatically append.

Start by reading and following these instructions:

1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the
assignment rubric to help you focus.

2. Read the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any
additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional
research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources
carefully.

3. Consider the discussions and the any insights gained from
it.

4. Create your Assignment submission and be sure to cite
your sources, use APA style as required, check your spelling.

Assignment:

Exercises:

Complete the Shadow Health Respiratory and Cardiovascular
assessments.

Professional Development

Write a reflection essay of your experience with the Shadow
Health virtual assessment. At least two scholarly sources in addition to your
textbook should be utilized. Please be sure to address each of the following
prompts:

What went well in your assessment?

What did not go so well? What will you change for your next
assessment?

What findings did you uncover?

What questions yielded the most information? Why do you
think these were effective?

What diagnostic tests would you order based on your
findings?

What differential diagnoses are you currently considering?

What patient teaching were you able to complete? What
additional patient teaching is needed?

Would you prescribe any medications at this point? Why or
why not? If so, what?

How did your assessment demonstrate sound critical thinking
and clinical decision making? What could you change to make it better?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 4 Assignment

Remember to submit your work following the file naming
convention FirstInitial.LastName_M01.docx. For example, J.Smith_M01.docx.
Remember that it is not necessary to manually type in the file extension; it
will automatically append.

Start by reading and following these instructions:

1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the
assignment rubric to help you focus.

2. Read the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any
additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional
research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources
carefully.

3. Consider the discussions and any insights gained from it.

4. Create your Assignment submission and be sure to cite
your sources, use APA style as required, check your spelling.

Assignment:

Exercises:

Complete the Shadow Health Abdominal assessment.

Professional Development

Write a reflection essay reflection of your experience with
the Shadow Health virtual assessment. At least two scholarly sources in
addition to your textbook should be utilized. Please be sure to address each of
the following prompts:

What went well in your assessment?

What did not go so well? What will you change for your next
assessment?

What findings did you uncover?

What questions yielded the most information? Why do you
think these were effective?

What diagnostic tests would you order based on your
findings?

What differential diagnoses are you currently considering?

What patient teaching were you able to complete? What
additional patient teaching is needed?

Would you prescribe any medications at this point? Why or
why not? If so, what?

How did your assessment demonstrate sound critical thinking
and clinical decision making? What could you change to make it better?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 5 Assignment

Remember to submit your work following the file naming
convention FirstInitial.LastName_M01.docx. For example, J.Smith_M01.docx.
Remember that it is not necessary to manually type in the file extension; it
will automatically append.

Start by reading and following these instructions:

1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the
assignment rubric to help you focus.

2. Read the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any
additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional
research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources
carefully.

3. Consider the discussions and any insights gained from it.

4. Create your Assignment submission and be sure to cite
your sources, use APA style as required, check your spelling.

Assignment:

Exercises:

Complete the Shadow Health Musculoskeletal and Neurological
assessments.

Professional Development

Write a reflection essay of your experience with the Shadow
Health virtual assessment. At least two scholarly sources in addition to your
textbook should be utilized. Please be sure to address each of the following
prompts:

What went well in your assessment?

What did not go so well? What will you change for your next
assessment?

What findings did you uncover?

What questions yielded the most information? Why do you
think these were effective?

What diagnostic tests would you order based on your
findings?

What differential diagnoses are you currently considering?

What patient teaching were you able to complete? What
additional patient teaching is needed?

Would you prescribe any medications at this point? Why or
why not? If so, what?

How did your assessment demonstrate sound critical thinking and
clinical decision making? What could you change to make it better?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 6 Assignment

Remember to submit your work following the file naming
convention FirstInitial.LastName_M01.docx. For example, J.Smith_M01.docx.
Remember that it is not necessary to manually type in the file extension; it
will automatically append.

Start by reading and following these instructions:

1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the
assignment rubric to help you focus.

2. Read the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any
additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional
research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources
carefully.

3. Consider the discussions and any insights gained from it.

4. Create your Assignment submission and be sure to cite
your sources, use APA style as required, check your spelling.

Assignment:

Exercises:

Complete the Shadow Health Psychological assessment.

Professional Development

Write a reflection essay of your experience with the Shadow
Health virtual assessment. At least two scholarly sources in addition to your
textbook should be utilized. Please be sure to address each of the following
prompts:

What went well in your assessment?

What did not go so well? What will you change for your next
assessment?

What findings did you uncover?

What questions yielded the most information? Why do you
think these were effective?

What diagnostic tests would you order based on your
findings?

What differential diagnoses are you currently considering?

What patient teaching were you able to complete? What
additional patient teaching is needed?

Would you prescribe any medications at this point? Why or
why not? If so, what?

How did your assessment demonstrate sound critical thinking
and clinical decision making? What could you change to make it better?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 7 Assignment

Remember to submit your work following the file naming
convention FirstInitial.LastName_M01.docx. For example, J.Smith_M01.docx.
Remember that it is not necessary to manually type in the file extension; it
will automatically append.

Start by reading and following these instructions:

1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the
assignment rubric to help you focus.

2. Read the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any
additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional
research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources
carefully.

3. Consider the discussions and any insights gained from it.

4. Create your Assignment submission and be sure to cite
your sources, use APA style as required, check your spelling.

Assignment:

Exercises:

Complete the Shadow Health pediatric (Danny Rivera) and
geriatric (Esther Park) assessments.

Professional Development

Write a reflection essay of your experience with the Shadow
Health virtual assessment. At least two scholarly sources in addition to your
textbook should be utilized. Please be sure to address each of the following
prompts:

What went well in your assessment?

What did not go so well? What will you change for your next
assessment?

What findings did you uncover?

What questions yielded the most information? Why do you
think these were effective?

What diagnostic tests would you order based on your
findings?

What differential diagnoses are you currently considering?

What patient teaching were you able to complete? What
additional patient teaching is needed?

Would you prescribe any medications at this point? Why or
why not? If so, what?

How did your assessment demonstrate sound critical thinking
and clinical decision making? What could you change to make it better?

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 8 Assignment

Remember to submit your work following the file naming
convention FirstInitial.LastName_M01.docx. For example, J.Smith_M01.docx.
Remember that it is not necessary to manually type in the file extension; it
will automatically append.

Start by reading and following these instructions:

1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the
assignment rubric to help you focus.

2. Read the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any
additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional
research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources
carefully.

3. Consider the discussions and any insights gained from it.

4. Create your Assignment submission and be sure to cite
your sources, use APA style as required, check your spelling.

Assignment:

Professional Development

Please answer the following two prompts in an essay. Be sure
to use subheadings to make it clear which section you are addressing. At least
two scholarly sources in addition to your textbook should be utilized.

Discuss the psychological impact of disasters. How would
you, as the primary healthcare provider, care for your patients’ psychological
needs? What needs do you anticipate? What screenings should be used? How can
you effectively manage transitions, grief, and stress?

Identify one high risk population and discuss their special
assessment needs following a disaster. What considerations must you keep in
mind? Discuss at least two possible complications that could occur in this
population and how you would care for these patients, as a primary healthcare
provider. Discuss psycho-social considerations for the population following a
disaster.

Physical Assessment

As part of the ShadowHealth® Comprehensive Assessment you
will complete a physical assessment of the virtual patient “Tina”.
Note: You need to practice these exercises, multiple times, to become familiar
with the process and become proficient in your assessment skills, before you
actually record yourself.

Using a camera on a smart phone, tablet or the free version
of www.screencast-o-matic.com record yourself showing your state issues ID or
passport for student verification and performing a complete physical assessment
on “Tina” in ShadowHealth®, then upload that video recording file to
the Dropbox.

The video recording usually is approximately 15 minutes in
length, and should include subjective and objective data for the following
systems:

-HEENT

-Respiratory

-Cardiovascular

-Gastrointestinal

-Musculoskeletal

-Neurological

-Skin, Hair, and Nails

Once you have achieved at least 80% on the Comprehensive
Assessment, please download, save and upload your Lab Pass document to the
dropbox.

Both the Lab Pass document and the video recording of the
physical assessment must be uploaded in module 8 Dropbox.

N518
Advanced Physical Assessment

Module 8 Assignment
Reflection Artifact

Please consider how you have developed the knowledge,
skills, and attitudes that enable your achievement of the Course Goals listed
in the syllabus. Then write a reflection of minimum of 1000 words describing
how this course has helped you achieve these goals. Finally, chose one
assignment that you feel represents your best learning (artifact) in the
course. Take a few minutes to revise it, according to comments from your
professor. Combine these into one document.

Finally, submit the assignment into the drop-box and save a
copy of it in a folder on your personal computer.