Pathophysiology
Discuss the pathophysiology of a disorder covered in your textbook. You may or may not have covered this disorder in class.
The following sections must be included in your discussion.
I. Part I – Pathophysiology of Disorder / Disease
a. Incidents/Risk factors
b. Pathophysiology / Pathogenesis
c. Clinical Manifestations
i. Discuss “why” you see these signs and symptoms <–
d. Diagnostics
i. What tests and results do you expect to see? <–
e. Treatment
i. Surgical (include invasive and non-invasive procedures)
ii. Medical (include medications)
II. Part 2 – Reflection
a. Application to Nursing
i. How is understanding pathophysiology applicable to your clinical practice as a student and a future practicing nurse?
Explain how is understanding pathophysiology applicable to your clinical practice as a student and a future practicing nurse?
