This essay focuses on a well-reasoned and thoughtful response. able to see the postings from your peers until you have made your initial post.
Participation Responses;
Firstly, clear
Secondly, aim
Thirdly, target
Further, population
Post your initial writing to the discussion questions in the appropriate thread in the Discussion Area no later than Day 3 of the week.*
*You will not be able to see the postings from your peers until you have made your initial post.
Participation Responses:
Peer Response #1. Due no later than Day 5 of the week. Peer Response #2: Due no later than Day 7 of the week. Faculty Response: Respond to any questions left by your faculty no later than end of day on Day 7 of the week.
*Failure to follow the above instructions may lead to loss of points per the rubric.
with scholarly academic references using APA style format. Assigned course reading and online library resources are preferred. Weekly lecture notes are designed as overviews to the topic for the respective week and should not serve as a citation or reference.
In your discussion question response, provide a substantive response that illustrates a well-reasoned and thoughtful response; is factually correct with relevant scholarly citations, references, and examples; demonstrates a clear connection to the readings
comments must demonstrate thorough analysis of postings and extend meaningful discussion by building on previous postings.
Note: Review South University’s well-reasoned Substantive Participation Policy Criteria, Helpful Tips, ad Late Policy available by clicking on the South University Policy and Guidelines navigation tab. The late policy applies well-reasoned to late discussion question responses.
Discussion 1:
Margaret is a 40-year-old white female in for her annual examination. She states well-reasoned she has been under increased stress in her life for the past few months. She and her husband are currently separated and considering divorce. Her teenaged sons are acting well-reasoned out and she
is working extra hours to make ends meet. Secondary to the increased stress she has started smoking again, “about a pack per day” and states “I know that I am not eating right.” Margaret has been on the “pill” for almost 20 years and has always liked the method. She states the she has hear that smoking and taking the pill are not good, and she is worry about that.
Assessment:
weight 172 lb (up 10 lb. from last year), current body mass index (BMI 28.6), and blood pressure (BP) 148/88. Head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat (HEENT) are grossly within normal limits (WNL). No thyromegaly or lymphadenopathy. Heart rate is regular and rhythm is without murmurs, thrills, or rubs.
Lungs are clear to auscultation in all lobes. Breasts are without masses, nipple discharge, asymmetry, or lymphadenopathy; self breast examination techniques and frequency reviewed during examination
1. What options are appropriate for this patient? 2. What contraceptive options are contraindicat? 3. What type of patient education is indicate? 4. Given that she has a normal pelvic exam, does that change would that influence your decision?