CLASS NAME: PRIMARY CARE CHRONIC CONDITIONS ACROSS THE LIFESPAN
LESSON 1: Hematology disorders
DISCUSSION: Treating Anemia
DISCUSSION POST INSTRUCTIONS:
Introduction
At the end of this discussion, you will be able to demonstrate advanced skills in the physical assessment, pharmacology, and nursing interventions in the treatment of hematological disorders. (CO7)
Discussion Guidelines
Initial Post
Your anemic, geriatric patient presents for her routine weekly vitamin B12 shot. Her B12 levels were critically low, and she has been receiving weekly B12 shots for the past five weeks. She refuses the shot today because of the common side effects she has experienced.
What will you do (think of an alternative treatment)?
Support your treatment choice with a peer-reviewed article.
Cite your references using APA style.
Before attempting to complete your learning activities for this week, review the following learning materials.
Read the following in your Primary Care: Interprofessional Collaborative Practice textbook:
• Chapter 216, “Anemia”
• Chapter 217, “Blood Coagulation Disorders”
• Chapter 220, “Myelodysplastic Syndromes”
This following article discusses causes and the management of anemia.
Weiss, G., & Goodnough, T. (2015). Anemia of chronic disease. New England Journal of Medicine, (352), 1011–1023.
The book used for this class and for this assignment is cited here:
Buttaro, T., Trybulski, J., Bailey, P., & Sandberg-Cook, J. (2021). Primary care: Interprofessional collaborative practice (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Mosby.
Dains, J., Baumann, L., & Scheibel, P. (2019). Advanced health assessment & clinical diagnosis in primary care (6th ed.). Elsevier Mosby.
RUBRIC
CRITERIA EXPECTATION
Relevance of post Posts are consistently related to the discussion topic; posts bring readings into discussion, cite required texts appropriately, and demonstrate significant critical thinking related to the question or case.
Reference and support Uses at least two references to literature, readings, or personal experience to support comments.
Expression within the post Expresses opinions and ideas in a clear and concise manner with obvious connection to topic.
Mechanics Consistently uses grammatically correct posts with rare misspellings. Adheres to all APA guidelines, format, and requirements if needed.
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