Problem 1: Describe the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis in your own words. What are the patient's risk factors for this diagnosis? Pathophysiology of Primary Diagnosis Causes Risk Factors (genetic/ethnic/physical)
Problem 2: What are the patient's signs and symptoms for this diagnosis? How does the diagnosis impact other body systems and what are the possible complications? Signs and Symptoms - Common presentation How does the diagnosis impact each body system? Complications?
Problem 3: What are other potential diagnosis that present in a similar way to this diagnosis (differentials)?
Problem 4: What diagnostic tests or labs would you order to rule out the differentials for this patient or confirm the primary diagnosis?
Problem 5: What treatment options would you consider? Include possible referrals and medications.