NR 667 Week 5 Assignment; Grand Rounds Presentation; Infographic - Hypothyroidism

The purpose of this assignment is to increase your knowledge regarding a chronic health condition that is commonly encountered in primary care. This health condition should be chosen from one of the weak areas identified from the APEA Pre-Predictor Exam in NR603. Activity Learning Outcomes Through this assignment, the student will demonstrate the ability to: Apply clinical practice guidelines to common chronic conditions seen in primary care. (CO 1, 4) Due Date Wednesday 11:59pm MT of Week 5 The student must upload the Grand Rounds Infographic to the discussion board by Wednesday, 11:59pm MT. Subsequent posts, including substantive responses to peer(s) and faculty questions must occur by Sunday, 11:59pm MT. A total of 3 substantive posts are required on 3 different days. A 10% late penalty will be imposed for initial discussions posted after the deadline on Wednesday 11:59pm MT, regardless of the number of days late. NOTHING will be accepted after 11:59pm MT on Sunday (i.e. student will receive an automatic 0). A 10% penalty will be imposed for not entering the minimum number of interactive dialogue posts (3) OR not posting on the minimum required number of days (3). NOTHING will be accepted after 11:59pm MT on Sunday (i.e. student will receive an automatic 0). Total Points Possible: 50 Requirements Create an Infographic using the software of your choice regarding a complex chronic health condition that you would like to learn more about. This health condition should be chosen from one of the weak areas identified from the APEA Pre-Predictor Exam in NR603. The Infographic should include the following: 1. Provide a description of the disease that will be treated by your algorithm. 2. Provide the criteria for diagnosis. 3. Review common diagnostic tests required for diagnosis and/or ongoing management. 4. Present a pharmacologic treatment algorithm that includes the most commonly prescribed drugs for the condition. 5. Provide evidence by sharing clinical guidelines, research articles, or other scholarly materials to support your Infographic 6. Identify reasons that each medication might be selected, barriers to practice, or issues related to the condition and the use of pharmacologic treatment. 7. Describe the expected outcomes for medication management, including expectations for follow up care. 8. A full reference list should be included in APA format on a reference page.