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Compare and Contrast Assignment

This assignment helps students begin to notice patterns across clinical situations and note variances and what to do about them.

1. Find 2 patients with the same/similar diagnosis or reason for appointment
2. Identify the diagnosis/reason for appointment-

Gather information to use in the compare and contrast portion of the assignment 

• What was their medical surgical history
• Define 2 primary medical problems/diagnosis with pathophysiology
• List all Medications the patient is currently taking, as identified in the EHR

1. Compare and Contrast the following:

• Identify assessment findings - note specific findings that are out of range and current prescribed or medical interventions related to findings. 
• Teaching/Education - What education would be appropriate for these patients?  How would you customize your teaching for each patient?
• Examine and Compare what the text book or literature says in comparison or contrast to what your patient looks like
• Research: Evidence Based Practice (EBP) in a Professional Nursing Journal related to your client category, diagnosis, treatment, etc. (must be cited/referenced in the assignment). 
  • How does this relate to our patients?
  • Did this apply in the clinical setting?
  • Was this research integrated into the clinical setting, treatment, etc.