Sharpening Your Skills: The NP Case Challenge After studying Module 7: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss the following: This week, we’ll be putting our diagnostic skills to the test! Think about a patient with a Neuro, Muscle, Women, Men. Instructions: Create a Case Scenario: Briefly describe a patient (real or fictional) with their presenting symptoms, describe […]
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A 65-year-old sexually active male presents to the clinic with a painless ulcer on his penis that appeared about four weeks ago. He also reports a rash on his palms and soles, along with fatigue and fever. He denies any other symptoms. Prompt: Differential Diagnoses:Based on the patient’s presentation, what are the potential differential diagnoses?
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A 28-year-old woman presents to the clinic with complaints of genital warts. She describes them as small, flesh-colored growths on her vulva. She reports being sexually active with multiple partners and not consistently using condoms. Prompt: Differential Diagnoses:Based on the patient’s presentation, what are the potential differential diagnoses? Prioritize these diagnoses based on the patient’s
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A 22-year-old sexually active female presents to the clinic complaining of a burning sensation when urinating and a yellowish, mucus-like vaginal discharge for the past week. She denies any pelvic pain, fever, or abnormal menstrual bleeding. She reports having unprotected sex with a new partner about two weeks ago. Prompt: Differential Diagnoses:Based on the patient’s
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A 35-year-old male presents to the clinic complaining of pelvic pain, difficulty urinating, and frequent urination. The pain is described as a dull ache in the perineal area, and he reports feeling feverish and chills. These symptoms began abruptly two days ago. Prompt: Differential Diagnoses:Based on the patient’s presentation, what are the potential differential diagnoses?
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A 65-year-old man presents to the clinic complaining of difficulty initiating and maintaining urination, frequent urination, especially at night, and a weak urinary stream. These symptoms have been gradually worsening over the past six months. He denies any hematuria, dysuria, or recent trauma. Prompt: Differential Diagnoses:Based on the patient’s presentation, what are the potential differential
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A 24-year-old woman presents to the clinic complaining of vaginal itching, burning, and a thick, white, curd-like discharge for the past three days. She denies any pain with urination or sexual intercourse. She reports being sexually active with one partner and using oral contraceptives. Prompt: Differential Diagnoses:Based on the patient’s presentation, what are the potential
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A 32-year-old woman presents to the clinic with sharp, intermittent chest pain that has been worsening over the past week. The pain is located in the lower left chest wall and is exacerbated by deep breaths, coughing, and lying on her left side. She denies shortness of breath, palpitations, or any history of cardiac problems.
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A 55-year-old male presents to the clinic with sudden onset of severe pain and swelling in his right great toe. The pain began abruptly last night and is accompanied by redness and warmth in the joint. He denies any recent trauma or injury. The patient has a history of hypertension and is overweight. Prompt: Differential
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A 68-year-old woman presents to the clinic with complaints of bilateral knee pain that has been gradually worsening over the past several years. The pain is described as a deep, aching pain that is worse in the morning and improves with activity. She also reports stiffness in her hands and difficulty with activities of daily
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