Develop and submit a comprehensive, evidence-based case study analyzing a
complex patient presentation. This assignment demonstrates your ability to collect and
synthesize clinical data, formulate accurate differential diagnoses, and implement a
patient-centered treatment plan grounded in current practice guidelines.
Case Study Requirements:
- Patient Scenario (Real or Simulated):
- Age, sex, race/ethnicity
- Chief complaint (CC)
- History of Present Illness (HPI)
- Past Medical History (PMH)
- Family History (FH)
- Social History (SH)
- Review of Systems (ROS)
- Physical Examination Findings (PE)
- Differential Diagnosis:
- List at least 3 differential diagnoses
- Justify each differential using:
o Presenting signs/symptoms
o Pathophysiology
o Risk factors
o Diagnostic criteria
- Final Diagnosis:
- Identify the most likely diagnosis
- Explain the rationale
- Cite at least two current evidence-based guidelines or scholarly sources
- Diagnostic Workup Plan:
- Labs, imaging, or additional testing
- Provide rationale for each
- 5. Treatment & Management Plan:
- Non-pharmacologic interventions
- Patient education
- Follow-up and referrals, if needed
- 6. Cultural, Ethical, or Socioeconomic Considerations:
- Address any relevant patient-specific factors that influence care
- 7. Evaluation of Outcomes:
- How will you measure the effectiveness of your treatment plan?
- Short- and long-term follow-up goals