Part 2
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is for learners to:
1. Identify opportunities for improvement in their knowledge base.
2. Improve their knowledge base and understanding of a disease process identified as an opportunity area on the APEA predictor exam.
3. Have the opportunity to integrate knowledge and skills learned throughout all core courses in the FNP track and previous clinical courses.
4. Demonstrate the ability to analyze the literature be able to perform an evidenced-based review of their case, diagnosis, and plan, while guiding and taking feedback from peers regarding the case.
5. Demonstrate professional communication and leadership, while advancing the education of peers.
Activity Learning Outcomes
Through this discussion, the student will demonstrate the ability to:
1. Interpret subjective and objective data to develop appropriate diagnoses and evidence based management plans for patients and families with complex or multiple diagnoses across the lifespan (CO 1).
2. Develop management plans based on current scientific evidence and national guidelines (CO 4).
Requirements
Submit your First line treatment plan based on one dx from your differential list
| DISCUSSION CONTENT |
| Category |
Points |
% |
Description |
| Application of Course Knowledge |
40 |
57% |
Post contributes clinically accurateperspectives/insights applicable to the results from the physical exam and diagnoses. Initial post includes the most likely diagnosis/specific treatment plan given case study information supported by rationale and answers all questions presented in the case. Demonstrates course knowledge/assigned readings by: linking tests/interventions accuratelyto diagnoses, applies learned knowledge specifically to thesymptoms and patient informationusing original dialogue i.e., little to no direct quotes. |
| Evidence Based resources |
20 |
29% |
Discussion post supported by evidence from appropriate sources published within the last five years. Focus of journal articles represents a logical link between the article content and the case study information. In-text citations and full references are provided. |
| |
60 |
86% |
Total CONTENT Points= 60 pts |
| DISCUSSION FORMAT |
| Organization |
5 |
7% |
Discussion post presented in a logical, meaningful, and understandable sequence. Headings reflect separation of criterion outlined in assignment guidelines.
**Direct quote should not exceed 15 words & must add substantively to the discussion |
| APA/Grammar/Spelling |
5 |
7% |
Discussion post has minimal grammar, spelling, syntax, punctuation and APA* errors. Direct quotes (if used) is limited to 1 short statement** which adds substantively to the post.
* APA style references and in text citations are required; however, there are no deductions for errors in indentation or spacing of references. All elements of the reference otherwise must be included. |
| |
10 |
14% |
Total FORMAT Points= 10 pts |
| |
70 |
100% |
DISCUSSION TOTAL=70 pts |
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| Criteria |
Ratings |
Pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiscussion Content Possible Points = 60 Points
Application of Course Knowledge Post contributes clinically accurate perspectives/insights applicable to the results from the physical exam and new diagnoses. Initial post includes the most likely diagnosis/specific treatment plan given case study information supported by rationale and answers all questions presented in the case. Demonstrates course knowledge/assigned readings by: linking tests/interventions accurately to diagnoses, applies learned knowledge specifically to the symptoms and patient information using original dialogue i.e., little to no direct quotes. |
| 40 pts
Excellent
Post contributes clinically accurate perspectives/insights applicable to the results from the physical exam and new diagnoses. Initial post includes the most likely diagnosis/specific treatment plan given case study information supported by rationale and answers all questions presented in the case. Demonstrates course knowledge/assigned readings by: linking tests/interventions accurately to diagnoses, applies learned knowledge specifically to the symptoms and patient information using original dialogue i.e., little to no direct quotes. |
36 pts
V. Good
Post contributes clinically accurate perspectives or insights and original dialogue with little or no direct quotes, but lacks some applicability/specificity to the assigned case study in one content area or does not incorporate National guidelines into treatment plan. Partially demonstrates course knowledge/assigned readings by: linking tests/interventions accurately to diagnoses, applies learned knowledge specifically to the symptoms and patient information using original dialogue i.e., little to no direct quotes. |
33 pts
Satisfactory
Post has limited clinical perspective, insights and/or applicability to assigned case study in more than one content area. |
20 pts
Needs Improvement
Post has limited clinically relevant perspective, insights and/or applicability to case study or is vague without specificity and attention to detail |
0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Post contributes unique perspectives or insights and original dialogue with little or no direct quotes, but lacks applicability/specificity to the case study. |
|
40 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence Based Resources
Discussion post fully supported by evidence from appropriate sources published within the last five years including National Guidelines. Content of journal articles represents a logical link between the article content and the assigned topics/case study information. In-text citations and complete references are provided. |
| 20 pts
Excellent
Discussion post fully supported by evidence from appropriate sources published within the last five years including National Guidelines. Content of journal articles represents a logical link between the article content and the assigned topics/case study information. In-text citations and complete references are provided. |
18 pts
V. Good
Discussion post is partially supported by evidence from appropriate sources published within the last five years. In-text citations and complete references are provided. Evidence-based reference(s) used but may not fully demonstrate National guidelines or fully support treatment recommendations. |
16 pts
Satisfactory
Discussion post is supported by evidence from appropriate resources however, National Guidelines are not referenced in regard to diagnostic testing and treatment planning OR Journal articles do not represent logical link between the article content and assigned topics/ case study. |
10 pts
Needs Improvement
Discussion post not fully supported by evidence from appropriate sources published within the last five years OR does not include National Guidelines AND Content of journal articles does not represents a logical link between the article content and the assigned topics/case study information. In-text citations and complete references are provided. |
0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Discussion post is not supported by evidence from appropriate sources published within the last five years. National Guidelines are not used to support post. References and in-text citations may be incomplete. |
|
20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiscussion Format Possible Points = 10 Points
Organization Discussion post presented in a logical, meaningful, and understandable sequence. Headings reflect separation of criterion outlined in assignment guidelines. |
| 5 pts
Excellent
Discussion post presented in a logical, meaningful, and understandable sequence. Organization of topics and transitions among ideas lends clarity to the discussion. Headings and paragraph spacing are used logically and contribute to evidence of the assigned diseases being compared and contrasted. |
4 pts
V. Good
Discussion post presented in a logical, meaningful, and understandable sequence, however minimal transitions, headings and spacing used to organize thoughts. |
3 pts
Satisfactory
May be unclear or difficult to follow in places. Headings, paragraphs and spacing. |
2 pts
Needs Improvement
May be unclear or difficult to follow in places. Weak linkages between assigned diseases. |
0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Discussion topics not linked through organization of thoughts, paragraph, spacing or headings. Lack of organization contributes to lack of understanding of thought process. |
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5 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA/Grammar/Spelling
DISCUSSION CONTENT Category Points % Description Application of Course Knowledge 65 50% Post contributes clinically accurate perspectives/insights applicable to the results from the physical exam and diagnoses. Initial post includes the most likely diagnosis/specific treatment plan given case study information supported by rationale and answers all questions presented in the case. Demonstrates course knowledge/assigned readings by: linking tests/interventions accurately to diagnoses, applies learned knowledge specifically to the symptoms and patient information using original dialogue i.e., little to no direct quotes. Evidence Based resources 25 19% Discussion post supported by evidence from appropriate sources published within the last five years. Focus of journal articles represents a logical link between the article content and the case study information. In-text citations and full references are provided. Interactive Dialogue 30 23% Presents case study findings and responds substantively to at least one peer including evidence from appropriate sources, and all direct faculty questions posted. Substantive posts contribute new, novel perspectives to the discussion using original dialogue (not quotes from sources) 120 92% Total CONTENT Points= 120 pts DISCUSSION FORMAT Category Points % Description Organization 5 4% Discussion post presented in a logical, meaningful, and understandable sequence. Headings reflect separation of criterion outlined in assignment guidelines. **Direct quote should not exceed 15 words & must add substantively to the discussion APA/Grammar/Spelling 5 4% Discussion post has minimal grammar, spelling, syntax, punctuation and APA* errors. Direct quotes (if used) is limited to 1 short statement** which adds substantively to the post. * APA style references and in text citations are required; however, there are no deductions for errors in indentation or spacing of references. All elements of the reference otherwise must be included. 10 8% Total FORMAT Points= 10 pts DISCUSSION TOTAL= 130 points |
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