CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
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An understanding of cells and cell behavior is a critically important component of disease diagnosis and treatment. But some diseases can be complex in nature, with a variety of factors and circumstances impacting their emergence and severity.
Effective disease analysis often requires an understanding that goes beyond isolated cell behavior. Genes, the environments in which cell processes operate, the impact of patient characteristics, and racial and ethnic variables all can have an important impact.
An understanding of the signals and symptoms of alterations in cellular processes is a critical step in the diagnosis and treatment of many diseases. For APRNs, this understanding can also help educate patients and guide them through their treatment plans.
In this Assignment, you examine a case study and analyze the symptoms presented. You identify cell, gene, and/or process elements that may be factors in the diagnosis, and you explain the implications to patient health.
RESOURCES
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To prepare:
By Day 1 of this week, you will be assigned to a specific case study for this Case Study Assignment. Please see the “Announcements” section of the classroom for your assignment from your Instructor.
The Assignment
Develop a 1- to 2-page case study analysis in which you:
- Explain why you think the patient presented the symptoms described.
- Identify the genes that may be associated with the development of the disease.
- Explain the process of immunosuppression and the effect it has on body systems.
Submit your Case Study Analysis Assignment by Day of Week 2.
Reminder: The College of Nursing requires that all papers submitted include a title page, introduction, summary, and references. The sample paper provided at the Walden Writing Center provides an example of those required elements (available at https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templatesLinks to an external site.). All papers submitted must use this formatting.
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Rubric
NURS_6501_Week 2_Case Study_Assignment_Rubric
| NURS_6501_Week 2_Case Study_Assignment_Rubric | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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 why you think the patient presented the symptoms described. | 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 symptoms 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 symptoms 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 symptoms, 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 the symptoms, or the explanations are vague or based on inappropriate or no evidence/research. | 30 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentify the genes that may be associated with the development of the disease. | 25 to >22.0 ptsExcellentThe response includes an accurate, complete, detailed, and specific analysis of the genes that may be associated with the development of the disease.22 to >19.0 ptsGoodThe response includes an accurate analysis of the genes that may be associated with the development of the disease.19 to >17.0 ptsFairThe response includes a vague or inaccurate analysis of the genes that may be associated with the development of the disease.17 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes a vague or inaccurate analysis of the genes that may be associated with the development of the disease is missing. | 25 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExplain the process of immunosuppression and the effect it has on body systems. | 30 to >27.0 ptsExcellentThe response includes an accurate, complete, detailed, and specific explanation of the process of immunosuppression and the effect it has on body systems.27 to >24.0 ptsGoodThe response includes an accurate explanation of the process of immunosuppression and the effect it has on body systems.24 to >17.0 ptsFairThe response includes a vague or inaccurate explanation of the process of immunosuppression and the effect it has on body systems.17 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes a vague or inaccurate explanation of the process of immunosuppression and the effect it has on body systems. | 30 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 | ||