Unit 5 Discussion: Back Pain
Unit 5 Discussion: Back Pain
It is anticipated that the initial discussion response should be in the range of 250-300 words. Response posts must demonstrate topic knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. This is not the only criteria utilized for evaluation; substantive content is imperative. All questions in the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments. All responses need to be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citation and reference must adhere to APA format.
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Discussion Question/Prompt
Read the following case study and answer the posed questions
Case #1: 49-year-female assembly worker at automotive manufacturer presents to your clinic complaining of increasing back pain over the last week. Back pain is in the central low back region and radiates into both gluteal regions – no leg pain. Has been off work for the last 6 months with no improvement in pain.
- Create a list of possible differential diagnoses?
- Discuss the evidence you would need to obtain to rule in or rule out each differential?
- What additional aspects of the history and physical examination could provide relevant information to help in the diagnosis?
Case #2: A 65-year-old Caucasian female has a follow-up appointment with a family orthopedist after visiting the emergency department for a wrist fracture. The orthopedist then turns her case over to you to schedule a bone mineral density (BMD) testing. Results of the BMD test show a T-score of 3.0, indicating osteoporosis. Her past medical history includes mild hypertension which is currently managed with propranolol. She also takes a daily multivitamin. She drinks and smokes occasionally and she has no children or spouse.
- What is the difference between degenerative bone disease and osteoporosis? Explain the pathology of each.
- What treatment options should be discussed with the patient?
- What lifestyle changes should be recommended to the patient?
Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and analysis and include peer-reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
Please review the rubric to ensure that your response meets the criteria.
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NU621Unit5Discussion.docxNU621 Unit 5 Discussion – Back Pain Rubric
NU621 Unit 5 Discussion – Back Pain Rubric Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent NU621-CO1; NU621-CO2; NU621-CO3; PRICE-P; PRICE-I
12 pts 100%
Initial post addresses all of the required prompt elements in the discussion and demonstrates an exemplary understanding of course content and topic.
11 pts 92%
Initial post addresses all of the required prompt elements in the discussion and demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of course content and topic.
10 pts 83%
Initial post is missing one important prompt element and/or demonstrates a basic understanding of course content and topic.
9 pts 75%
Initial post is missing more than one important prompt element and/or demonstrates a limited understanding of course content and topic.
8 pts 67%
Initial post does not address discussion prompt elements, and/or does not demonstrate understanding of course content and topic and/or initial post is poorly paraphrased even if accompanied by in-text citations.
0 pts 0%
Initial post was not submitted and/or not submitted on time and/or initial post demonstrates copying and pasting with or without proper use of quotations or supporting in-text citations.
12 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis NU621-CO1; NU621-CO2; NU621-CO3; PRICE-P; PRICE-I
12 pts 100%
The analysis of the topic includes breadth and depth, is aligned to the unit topic, relates to the course content and personal analysis is supported by exemplary references and examples.
11 pts 92%
The analysis of the topic is justified, and aligned to the unit topic, and personal analysis is supported by comprehensive references and/or examples.
10 pts 83%
There is a basic analysis of the topic and personal analysis is supported by basic references and/or examples.
9 pts 75%
There is minimal evidence of analysis of the topic and/or personal analysis is supported by limited references and/or examples.
8 pts 67%
There is no evidence of analysis of the topic and/or personal analysis is not supported by references and/or examples.
0 pts 0%
Initial post was not submitted and/or not submitted on time and/or analysis had no relationship to the topic and/or initial post demonstrates copying and pasting with or without proper use of quotations or supporting in-text citations.
12 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCollaboration PRICE-C; PRICE-E
12 pts 100%
Collaborates with fellow learners at an exemplary level relating the discussion to relevant course concepts and extending the conversation with substantive content.
11 pts 92%
Collaborates with fellow learners at a comprehensive level relating the discussion to relevant course concepts and extending the conversation with substantive content.
10 pts 83%
Collaborates with fellow learners at a basic level relating the discussion to some course concepts and extending the conversation with basic content and/or postings are not submitted on a minimum of 3 separate days.
9 pts 75%
Limited collaboration with fellow learners and makes little connection to course content and/or does not extend the conversation.
8 pts 67%
Collaborates with fellow learners but only one response post was submitted and/or response post(s) are poorly paraphrased even if accompanied by in-text citations.
0 pts 0%
No response posts were submitted and/or not submitted on time and/or there is no relationship between the response posts and the discussion prompts and/or one or more response posts demonstrate copying and pasting with or without proper use of quotations or supporting in-text citations.
12 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting PRICE-P; PRICE-I
2 pts 100%
Posts in this discussion are well written and well organized demonstrating exemplary scholarly writing. Mechanics (spelling and punctuation) and grammar are excellent.
1.8 pts 92%
Posts in this discussion are well written and well organized demonstrating comprehensive scholarly writing and/or have 1-2 errors in mechanics and/or grammar.
1.7 pts 83%
Posts in this discussion are basic examples of scholarly writing and/or have 3 errors in mechanics and/or grammar.
1.5 pts 75%
Posts in this discussion are not clear and/or lack organization and/or have 4 or more errors in mechanics and/or grammar.
1.3 pts 67%
Posts in this discussion lack evidence of clear, organized scholarly writing. Errors interfere with reading and/or understanding of content.
0 pts 0%
Posts were not submitted and/or one or more posts demonstrate copying and pasting with or without proper use of quotations or supporting in-text citations.
2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA PRICE-P; PRICE-I
2 pts 100%
Posts in this discussion demonstrate in-text citations of sources and references in proper APA style and formatting.
1.8 pts 92%
Posts in this discussion demonstrate in-text citations of sources and references but have 1-2 minor APA errors.
1.7 pts 83%
Posts in this discussion demonstrate in-text citations of sources and references but have 3-4 APA errors.
1.5 pts 75%
Posts in this discussion demonstrate in-text citations of sources and references but have 5-6 APA errors.
1.3 pts 67%
Posts in this discussion do not provide sufficient in-text citations and/or references and/or have 7 or more APA errors.
0 pts 0%
Posts were not submitted and/or one or more posts demonstrate copying and pasting with or without proper use of quotations or supporting in-text citations.
2 pts Total Points: 40