PNEUMONIA IN ADULT

PNEUMONIA IN ADULT Order Description Essay to meet the following learning outcomes ? Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the impact of disease on homeostasis ? Demonstrate a knowledge of the pharmacological and psychosocial interventions relating to identified body systems. Grading: The assessment should meet level 6 marking criteria Specific Guidelines: ? Define homeostasis ? Give a brief over view of the chosen condition ? Discuss the pathophysiology of the condition and explain how homeostasis is affected. ? Discuss what pharmacological interventions are used in the treatment of a patient with your chosen condition. This may include preventative medication. ? Discuss the psychosocial interventions used to care for someone with your chosen condition, this could involve education, support groups, coping strategies, counselling. .References should be most recent (2009-2014).Journals included-2014 .The essay should be UK based. Set the scene, draw the reader in. Do this by defining homeostasis and telling the reader a little about your chosen topic. Tell the reader what the essay is about. Main Body Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the impact of disease on homeostasis Explain how homeostasis is affected by your chosen disease process. Discuss the pathophysiology of the condition. Explain what is happening in the body when a person has your chosen condition. How is homeostasis affected? What does the literature say? Example If Asthma was your chosen condition you would need to discuss the pathophysiology of asthma Main Body Demonstrate a knowledge of the pharmacological and psychosocial interventions relating to identified body systems. Discuss what pharmacological interventions are used in the treatment of a patient with your chosen condition. This may include preventative medication. Why is a specific medication given. How does it work? What route are they given by? What does the literature say? Main body • What psychosocial interventions are undertaken • This could involve education, support groups, coping strategies, counselling. • What does the literature say? Example • In the case of asthma, psychosocial interventions may include • Health education – changing mattresses, linen, pillows, life style • Psychological support – stress management Conclusion Bring your essay together in the conclusion Summarise your key findings, perhaps make recommendations for the future Never underestimate the importance of a good conclusion