nursing

Discussion Prompt #1 Select one of the following case studies to address. In the subject line of your post, please identify which prompt you are responding to, for example, Prompt #1 66-year old woman. A 42-year-old patient is 3 days post-op from abdominal cholecystectomyShe is currently taking only antibiotics and hydrocodone. Today she complains of left calf pain just below the knee and states it is swollen, warm, and painful to touch. She denies other symptoms, significant history, or allergies. A 66-year old woman complains of shortness of breath, numbness and heaviness of her arms when walking up the hill to her house. The pain subsides when she stops to rest. For the case you have chosen, post in the discussion: Discuss what questions you would ask the patient, what physical exam elements you would include, and what further testing you would want to have performed. In SOAP format, list: Pertinent positive and negative information Differential and working diagnosis Treatment plan, including: pharmacotherapy with complementary and OTC therapy, diagnostics (labs and testing), health education and lifestyle changes, age-appropriate preventive care, and follow-up to this visit. 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 one peer who chose a different case study. Discussion Prompt #2 In the subject line of your post, please identify which prompt you are responding to, for example, Prompt #2. Reflect on what you've learned in this course: What were your strengths in this course? What was challenging? What new learning or insight was developed? What new clinical skills have you gained?