Week 5 Discussion Part I
Table 1
Classifications of Anemias
Complete the information. | ||||
Normocytic | Microcytic | Macrocytic | Hemolytic Anemia | |
Description | ||||
Clinical Findings | ||||
Diagnostic Studies | ||||
Management |
Table 2
Differentiate Common Childhood Leukemias
Clinical Findings: | ||
Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) | Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML) | |
Occurrence | ||
Management |
Table 3
Tanner Stages
Tanner Stages | Girls (Breast Development) | Boys (Genital Development- testes/penis) |
Stage I | ||
Stage II | ||
Stage III | ||
Stage IV | ||
Stage V |
Table 4
Delayed Puberty, Menarche, and Growth Spurts
Answer the following questions. |
How is precocious puberty defined for boys and girls? |
What is considered delayed puberty in boys and girls? |
What labs tests should be ordered for delayed puberty? |
During what age ranges do growth spurts occur in boys and girls? |
What is the average age of menarche in the United States? |
Table 5
Differentiate Types of Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes | Type 2 Diabetes | |
Age of onset | ||
Gender | ||
Race/Ethnicity | ||
Obesity | ||
Family History of DM | ||
Insulin Secretion | ||
Insulin Sensitivity | ||
Onset | ||
Ketosis, DKA | ||
Hypertension | ||
Acanthosis nigricans | ||
Polycystic ovarian syndrome | ||
Islet Autoimmunity |
Table 6
Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism
Differentiate between hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism | |||
Clinical Findings | Diagnostic Studies | Management | |
Hypothyroidism | |||
Hyperthyroidism |
Table 7
Drug Interaction with Herbal Supplements
Please complete the table of common interactions between FDA-approved medications and herbal supplements | ||
Drug Category | Herb | Effect of Herb on the Drug’s Action |
Iron | Tannin-rich herbs (e.g. caffeine containing herbs, cat’s claw, tea, uva, ursi) | |
Laxative, stimulant (e.g., bisacodyl) | Aloe, cascara sagrada, senna, yellow dock | |
NSAIDS | Gastric irritant herbs (e.g. caffeine, rue, uva ursi) Nettles | |
Oral contraceptives | Licorice, St. John’s wort | |
Salicylates (e.g. aspirin) | Herbs that alkalinize urine (e.g. uva ursi) Tamarind Ginkgo, garlic | |
Theophyline | St. John’s wort | |
Thyroid Hormone | Horseradish Kelp |
PART II
Select one of the following four case scenarios. Identify the prompt in the subject line of your post, for example, Case Scenario 1 – Tommy
Complete all Part II elements of the discussion:
· Each prompt has additional key questions to address in the body of your response to ensure an understanding of learning objectives.
· Use at least one scholarly source other than your textbook to connect your response to national guidelines and evidence-based research in support of your ideas.
· In your peer replies, please reply to at least two peers who chose a different case scenario – other than the one you selected. For example, if you selected Case Scenario 1, then reply to one peer who selected Case Scenario 2 and another peer who selected Case Scenario 3 or 4.
· Be prepared to answer additional questions relating to a secondary diagnosis or consideration posed by faculty.
Case Scenario 2: Margaret brought in her 11-year-old daughter Sandy for her well-child exam. Sandy has developed axillary and pubic hair and has been complaining of mild abdominal cramping off and on for 3 days. Margaret also mentions to you that she is concerned about allowing her daughter to participate in a sexuality educational course offered at school.
· What does the evidence say about providing sexuality education at school to children?
· Which approach should you take when taking a sexual history from Sandy?
· What anticipatory guidance should you give Sandy about her body changes?
· What anticipatory guidance should you give Margaret about teaching Sandy about sex?
