Primary Discussion Response is due by Wednesday (11:59:59pm Central), Peer Responses are due by Sunday (11:59:59pm Central).
Primary Task Response: In diagnosing disorders of the urinary system, it is often necessary to perform diagnostic procedures to aid in determining the diagnosis. In the Discussion Board, using a minimum of 100–150 words, describe at least 1 diagnostic procedure used for a patient with a suspected urinary system disorder, and discuss the disorder(s) that may be diagnosed with that procedure.
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For the assignment below, please note the following:
A bullet point is a complete sentence, with special attention to clarity, grammar, and spelling and an emphasis on formal tone, rather than conversational language.
Key online search terms are in ” ” (quotation marks).
You will use the template provided to complete this assignment.
Using your textbook, course materials, and online resources and search engines (search engine 1, search engine 2, search engine 3), report back to the Discussion Board with 5 bullet points related to the following:
Point 1: What are the major components of the Urinary System?
Point 2: What system does “Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)” effect?
Point 3: How do you think “endometriosis” may impact a patient?
Point 4: Where do you think the “Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)” is most useful?
Point 5: List some take-aways from this experience that may change your approach as you embark on your healthcare career.
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Responses to Other Students: Respond to at least 2 of your fellow classmates with at least a 100-word reply about their Primary Task Response regarding items you found to be compelling and enlightening. To help you with your discussion, please consider the following questions:
What did you learn from your classmate’s posting?
What additional questions do you have after reading the posting?
What clarification do you need regarding the posting?
What differences or similarities do you see between your posting and other classmates’ postings?
Students are graded on the quality and originality of their posts and responses, not the quantity.
For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.