Read the patient case studies below. List 3 differential diagnosis for each and why you believe these to be solid options that should be considered by the provider. Copy and paste the patient scenarios into a word document and use bullet points below each patient for your differential diagnosis, and then upload the assignment. Below is an example. Patient X: 7-year-old Hispanic male with a cough and temperature of 99.9F Differential Dx: Allergic rhinitis URI Pneumonia Patients Patient 1: 28-year-old woman with opioid use disorder; uses IV heroin; has PTSD; no other medical problems or medications. She currently is single, lives with several roommates, and has a history of legal problems (with some jail time). Sexually active with men and women; inconsistent use of protection. Patient 2: 70-year-old man with a history of CHF, COPD, and HTN; currently smokes one pack of cigarettes daily; takes Lisinopril, Digoxin, and Symbicort daily. Married to wife of 30 years and is retired (previously an accountant), is supported by adult children, and lives with his wife at home. Patient 3: 40-year-old woman with a history of breast cancer that was successfully treated with Tamoxifen for several months. Otherwise healthy, with no other issues at this time. She is a successful businesswoman in a high-profile career with much stress. Married to wife of four years; relationship is rocky at times. Denies any substance use; travels frequently. Symptoms are the same for all 3 patients: Shortness of breath Chest pain Flank pain Fever Case Study Rubric Note: Scholarly resources are defined as evidence-based practice, peer-reviewed journals; textbook (do not rely solely on your textbook as a reference); and National Standard Guidelines. Review assignment instructions, as this will provide any additional requirements that are not specifically listed on the rubric. Case Study Rubric – 100 PointsCriteriaExemplary Exceeds ExpectationsAdvanced Meets ExpectationsIntermediate Needs ImprovementNovice InadequateTotal PointsContent of Case StudyThe writer demonstrates a well-articulated understanding of the case study subject matter in a clear, complex, and informative manner. The case study content and theories are well developed and linked to the course content, assignment requirements, and practical experience. The case study includes relevant material that fulfills all objectives of the assignment. Cites three or more references, using at least one new scholarly resource that was not provided in the course materials. 30 points The writer demonstrates an understanding of the subject matter, and the components of the case study are accurately represented with evidence-based practice, ethics, theory, and/or role content. Course materials and scholarly resources are present to support required concepts. The paper includes relevant material that fulfills all objectives of the case study. Cites two references. 26 points The writer .

1. Read the patient case studies below. List 3 differential
diagnosis for each and why you believe these to be solid options
that should be considered by the provider. Copy and paste the
patient scenarios into a word document and use bullet points
below each patient for your differential diagnosis, and then
upload the assignment. Below is an example.
Patient X: 7-year-old Hispanic male with a cough and
temperature of 99.9F
Differential Dx:
Allergic rhinitis
URI
Pneumonia
Patients
Patient 1:
28-year-old woman with opioid use disorder; uses IV heroin;
has PTSD; no other medical problems or medications. She
currently is single, lives with several roommates, and has a
history of legal problems (with some jail time). Sexually active
with men and women; inconsistent use of protection.
Patient 2:

2. 70-year-old man with a history of CHF, COPD, and HTN;
currently smokes one pack of cigarettes daily; takes Lisinopril,
Digoxin, and Symbicort daily. Married to wife of 30 years and
is retired (previously an accountant), is supported by adult
children, and lives with his wife at home.
Patient 3:
40-year-old woman with a history of breast cancer that was
successfully treated with Tamoxifen for several months.
Otherwise healthy, with no other issues at this time. She is a
successful businesswoman in a high-profile career with much
stress. Married to wife of four years; relationship is rocky at
times. Denies any substance use; travels frequently.
Symptoms are the same for all 3 patients:
Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Flank pain
Fever
Case Study Rubric
Note:
Scholarly resources are defined as evidence-based practice,
peer-reviewed journals; textbook (do not rely solely on your
textbook as a reference); and National Standard Guidelines.
Review assignment instructions, as this will provide any
additional requirements that are not specifically listed on the

3. rubric.
Case Study Rubric – 100 PointsCriteriaExemplary
Exceeds ExpectationsAdvanced
Meets ExpectationsIntermediate
Needs ImprovementNovice
InadequateTotal PointsContent of Case StudyThe writer
demonstrates a well-articulated understanding of the case study
subject matter in a clear, complex, and informative manner. The
case study content and theories are well developed and linked to
the course content, assignment requirements, and practical
experience. The case study includes relevant material that
fulfills all objectives of the assignment.
Cites three or more references, using at least one new scholarly
resource that was not provided in the course materials.
30 points
The writer demonstrates an understanding of the subject matter,
and the components of the case study are accurately represented
with evidence-based practice, ethics, theory, and/or role
content. Course materials and scholarly resources are present to
support required concepts. The paper includes relevant material
that fulfills all objectives of the case study.
Cites two references.
26 points

4. The writer demonstrates a moderate understanding of the
subject matter, as evidenced by components of the case study
and use of evidence-based practice, theory, or role-
development. Course content is present but missing depth
and/or development.
Cites only one reference.
23 points
Absent application to evidence-based practice, theory, or role
development.
Demonstrates incomplete understanding of content and/or
inadequate preparation.
Significant content of case study is vague, inaccurately
portrayed, or missing.
No references cited.
Submits assignment late.
20 points30
Analysis and Synthesis of Case Study Content and
MeaningThrough critical analysis, the submitted case study
provides an accurate, clear, concise, and complete summary of
the scenario.

5. Information from scholarly resources is synthesized, providing
new information or insight related to the context of the
assignment by providing both supportive and alternative
information or viewpoints.
All instruction requirements noted.
30 points
Case study is complete, providing evidence of further synthesis
of course content via scholarly resources.
Information is synthesized to help fulfill the case study
requirements. The content supports at least one viewpoint.
Submission provides clarification of the assignment by correctly
answering all posed questions within the instructions.
All instruction requirements noted.
26 points
Lacks clarification or new information. Scholarly reference
supports the content without adding any new information or
insight. Case study content may be confusing or unclear, and
the summary may be incomplete.
Most instruction requirements are noted.
23 points

6. Submission is primarily a summation of the assignment without
further synthesis of course content or analysis of the scenario.
Demonstrates incomplete understanding of content and/or
inadequate preparation.
Missing some instruction requirements.
Submits assignment late.
20 points30
Application of KnowledgeThe summary of the case study
provides information validated via scholarly resources that offer
a multidisciplinary approach to the scenario provided.
The student’s application in practice is accurate and plausible,
and additional scholarly resource(s) supporting the application
are provided.
All questions posed within the assignment are answered
correctly in a well-developed manner, applying knowledge with
citations for validation.
All instruction requirements noted.
30 points
A summary of the study, findings, and knowledge gained from
the assignment is presented.

7. Student indicates how the information will be used within their
professional practice.
All questions posed within the assignment are answered within
the case study. The answer to one question may be vague and/or
limited in development, but as a whole all answers are correct.
All instruction requirements noted.
26 points
Objective criteria are not clearly used, allowing for a more
superficial application of knowledge between the assignment
and the broader course content.
One question is answered incorrectly and/or two case study
answers are vague or limited in development but remain correct.
Student’s indication of how they will apply this new knowledge
to their clinical practice is vague.
Most instruction requirements are noted.
23 points
The application of knowledge is significantly lacking.
Demonstrates incomplete understanding of content and/or

8. inadequate preparation.
Student’s indication of how they will apply this new knowledge
to their clinical practice is not practical or feasible.
Application of knowledge is incorrect and/or student fails to
explain how the information will be used within their personal
practice.
Multiple questions are not answered or are answered incorrectly
(e.g., two questions answered incorrectly, or three case study
answers are vague or limited in development but remain
correct).
Missing some instruction requirements.
Submits assignment late.
20 points30Organization
Well-organized content with a clear and complex purpose
statement and content argument. Writing is concise with a
logical flow of ideas.
5 points
Organized content with an informative purpose statement,
supportive content, and summary statement. Argument content
is developed with minimal issues in content flow.

9. 4 points
Poor organization and flow of ideas distract from content.
Narrative is difficult to follow and frequently causes reader to
reread work. Purpose statement is noted.
3 points
Illogical flow of ideas. Prose rambles. Purpose statement is
unclear or missing.
Demonstrates incomplete understanding of content and/or
inadequate preparation.
No purpose statement.
Submits assignment late.
2 points5APA, Grammar, and Spelling
Correct APA formatting with no errors.
The writer correctly identifies reading audience, as
demonstrated by appropriate language (avoids jargon and
simplifies complex concepts appropriately).
Writing is concise, in active voice, and avoids awkward
transitions and overuse of conjunctions.
There are no spelling, punctuation, or word-usage errors.

10. 5 points
Correct and consistent APA formatting of references, and cites
all references used. No more than two unique APA errors.
The writer demonstrates correct usage of formal English
language in sentence construction. Variation in sentence
structure and word usage promotes readability.
There are minimal to no grammar, punctuation, or word-usage
errors.
4 points
Three to four unique APA formatting errors.
The writer occasionally uses awkward sentence construction or
overuses/inappropriately uses complex sentence structure.
Problems with word usage (evidence of incorrect use of
thesaurus) and punctuation persist, often causing some
difficulties with grammar. Some words, transitional phrases,
and conjunctions are overused.
Multiple grammar, punctuation, or word usage errors.
3 points
Five or more unique formatting errors, or no attempt to format
in APA.
The writer demonstrates limited understanding of formal written

11. language use; writing is colloquial (conforms to spoken
language).
The writer struggles with limited vocabulary and has difficulty
conveying meaning such that only the broadest, most general
messages are presented.
Grammar and punctuation are consistently incorrect. Spelling
errors are numerous.
Submits assignment late.
2 points5
Total Points