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Musculoskeletal
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The threaded discussion will provide the student with the opportunity to explore different topics, share what he/she is learning with classmates, and gain clarity about the content. This assignment reflects student centered independent learning.
The student will:
Apply critical thinking through participation of selected topics
Engage in thoughtful discourse with peers
Incorporate topic discussion into clinical judgment and decision making within the setting
Directions: Musculoskeletal
A 72, year old man lived a fairly sedentary lifestyle as an accountant. Now that he is retired, he recognizes the need to be active to maintain his health as long as possible. He is concerned, however, that it is too late for him to start exercising because he has never engaged in such activities.
Part 1:
The original post must be at least 200 300 words in length
What encouragement, if any can you give him?
What suggestions can you make for an exercise program?
2. Appendix C
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Ticket to Class
No single word responses (At least 200 300 words in your response.
Give questions some thought and answer honestly and sincerely
Give examples if you have them
Cite resources
Worth 20 points / 5%
Scenario:
Your 79, year old female patient suffered a stroke 6 months ago. She is cared for in her sisters home. The patient is dependent for position changes. She is unable to communicate the need to be turned. She must be fed at all meals. She has a stage II pressure injury on her sacral area.
Questions:
Develop a teaching plan for the family to ensure that the patients needs are met