NURSE SCIENCE CASE STUDY

Description Please use the template provided in the uploads for the case study as it as the scenario on it. All instructions on this page is exactly what is required and needed to be followed. * Identify the main issues in the scenario Matina is 65 years old and her weight is on the heavier side. Lately she has been complaining of extreme tiredness. Her GP is aware that she has a family history of diabetes mellitus and requests that she get her blood tested for the standard glucose tolerance test (GTT). Matina’s GTT results indicated impaired glucose tolerance (IGT), her GP next requested for the thyroid function tests. 1) Structure and Function – 4 marks – Always use the headings/titles provided. This makes it clear for the reader what you plan to discuss. – In the heading clearly state the organ/structure you intend to describe, e.g. Structure and Function of the heart Provide a detailed information of the functional anatomy of the organ/s you have selected, While describing the structure remember to relate it to its functions. 2) Homeostatic imbalances – 2 marks – Identify two imbalances related to the above information and spell it out in the heading, e.g. myocardial infarction, use the correct terminology (not heart attack). – Refer Marieb and a pathophysiology textbook 3) Correction of Imbalances – 2 marks – This does not mean how the body attempts to correct the imbalance but how this imbalance can be corrected medically and by making life-style changes – Acknowledge the source of information in the text. – Again read through what you have written and correct all types of errors. 4) Pacific world views (3 marks): – Explore your cultural practices, beliefs and therapies to manage the imbalances you have identified. – Do a literature search on the herbal preparation and massages used, spell out the main ingredients used in making the preparation, and search the literature for the possible active ingredients in it.