Give a brief overview of the pathophysiology of the disease. Include what lab abnormalities you would look for and what diagnostics you would expect to see with supportive rationale.

Pathophysiology of the Disease

Give a brief overview of the pathophysiology of the disease. Include what lab abnormalities you would look for and what diagnostics you would expect to see with supportive rationale.

Implications for Self-Care

In this section you will discuss how this disease process impact the patient’s and/or the patient’s care provider’s ability to care for themselves. Consider Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and Orem’s theory of self-care deficit theory.

Patient Education Strategy

Consider educational strategies and a plan of care for your patient based on the implications for self-care section with supportive rationale.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Discuss what interdisciplinary team members need to be included with supportive rationale. Consider nutrition, discharge, transition, and financial implications.