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Sample Answer for ENDOCRINE DISORDERS MODULE 4 NURS 6501 Included After Question
In this exercise, you will complete a 5-essay type question Knowledge Check to gauge your understanding of this module’s content.
Possible topics covered in this Knowledge Check include:
- Diabetes
- Hyper- and hypothyroidism
- Adrenal disorders
- Parathyroidism (hyper and hypo)
- Checks & balances / negative feedback
- Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
- Pheochromocytosis
- Diabetes insipidus
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
Note: It is strongly recommended that you take the Knowledge Check at least 48 hours before taking the Midterm Exam.
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
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WEEKLY RESOURCES
BY DAY 5 OF WEEK 6
Complete the Knowledge Check by Day 5 of Week 6.
A Sample Answer For the Assignment: ENDOCRINE DISORDERS MODULE 4 NURS 6501
Title: ENDOCRINE DISORDERS MODULE 4 NURS 6501
Question 1
4 out of 4 points
Scenario 1: Syndrome of Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH)A 77-year-old female was brought to the clinic by her daughter who stated that her mother had become slightly confused over the past several days. She had been stumbling at home and had fallen twice but was able to walk with some difficulty. She had no other obvious problems and had been eating and drinking. The daughter became concerned when she forgot her daughter’s name, so she thought she better bring her to the clinic. HPI: Type II diabetes mellitus (DM) with peripheral neuropathy x 30 years. Emphysema. Situational depression after death of spouse 6-months ago SHFH: – non contributary except for 40 pack/year history tobacco use. Meds: Metformin 1000 mg po BID, ASA 81 mg po qam, escitalopram (Lexapro) 5 mg po q am started 2 months ago Labs-CBC WNL; Chem 7- Glucose-102 mg/dl, BUN 16 mg/dl, Creatinine 1.1 mg/dl, Na+116 mmol/L, K+4.2 mmol/L, CO237 m mol/L, Cl–97 mmol/L. The APRN refers the patient to the ED and called endocrinology for a consult for diagnosis and management of syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). Question:1. Define SIADH and identify any patient characteristics that may have contributed to the development of SIADH |
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Question 2
4 out of 4 points
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Scenario 2: Type 1 DiabetesA 14-year-old girl is brought to the pediatrician’s office by his parents who are concerned about their daughter’s weight loss despite eating more, frequent urination, unquenchable thirst, and fatigue that is interfering with her school activities. She had been seemingly healthy until about 4 months ago when her parents started noticing these symptoms. She admits to sleeping more and gets tired very easily. PMH: noncontributory. Allergies-NKDA FH:- maternal uncle with “some kind of sugar diabetes problem” but parents unclear on the exact disease process SH: denies alcohol, tobacco or illicit drug use. Not sexually active. Labs: random glucose 244 mg/dl. DIAGNOSIS: Diabetes Mellitus type 1 and refers to an endocrinologist for further work up and management plan. Question1. Explain the pathophysiology of the three P’s for (polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia)” with the given diagnosis of Type I DM. |
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Grading Rubric
Performance Category | 100% or highest level of performance
100% 16 points |
Very good or high level of performance
88% 14 points |
Acceptable level of performance
81% 13 points |
Inadequate demonstration of expectations
68% 11 points |
Deficient level of performance
56% 9 points
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Failing level
of performance 55% or less 0 points |
Total Points Possible= 50 | 16 Points | 14 Points | 13 Points | 11 Points | 9 Points | 0 Points |
Scholarliness
Demonstrates achievement of scholarly inquiry for professional and academic topics. |
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in one of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two of the following elements:
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Application of Course Knowledge
Demonstrate the ability to analyze and apply principles, knowledge and information learned in the outside readings and relate them to real-life professional situations |
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in one of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two of the following elements:
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Interactive Dialogue
Initial post should be a minimum of 300 words (references do not count toward word count) The peer and instructor responses must be a minimum of 150 words each (references do not count toward word count) Responses are substantive and relate to the topic. |
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Grammar, Syntax, APA
Points deducted for improper grammar, syntax and APA style of writing. The source of information is the APA Manual 6th Edition Error is defined to be a unique APA error. Same type of error is only counted as one error. |
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Participation
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Demonstrated the following:
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Due Date Requirements | Demonstrated all of the following:
A minimum of one peer and one instructor responses are to be posted within the course no later than Sunday, 11:59 pm MT. |
Demonstrates one or less of the following.
A minimum of one peer and one instructor responses are to be posted within the course no later than Sunday, 11:59 pm MT. |