CASE STUDY 3 A 27-year-old man with Crohn’s disease has been admitted to the emergency room with an extreme flare-up of his condition. He explains that he has not been able to afford his medications for the last few months and is concerned about the costs he may incur for treatment. Based on the scenarios […]
What are the top 3 differentials you would consider with the presumptive final diagnosis listed first?
Abdominal pain An 18-year-old white female presents to your clinic today with a 2-week history of intermittent abdominal pain. She also is positive for periodic cramping and diarrhea as well as low grade fever. She also notes reduced appetite. She notes that She admits smoking ½ PPD for the last 2 years. Denies any illegal […]
Critically evaluate the following paper on infliximab, and discuss the appropriate use of infliximab in Rosie’s care.
Crohn’s disease THE BRIEF/INSTRUCTIONS LO2: Assess, appraise and critique current and future treatments and make informed judgements on the appropriateness of treatment and care to specific patient contexts LO4: Undertake medication reviews with patients with complex needs to identify and communicate the most appropriate course of action Rosie Harper DoB 12.04.2007 Rosie is a 14-year-old […]