Discussion Question 1
Discuss the physical assessment of a patient who presents with the complaint of cervical lymphadenopathy. What are the specific lymph nodes that you will assess? How do you palpate the lymph nodes, and what are the normal versus abnormal findings? In the presence of abnormal findings, what diagnostic tests would you order and why? Also, what are the possible differential diagnoses and would your recommendations differ for adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients?
Discussion Question 2
Briefly discuss the symptoms of right- and left-sided HF. What common primary care diagnoses result in the development of HF symptoms? Discuss the treatment of one of these common causes. What are some serious signs and symptoms of acute HF and the findings you may encounter during auscultation? When would you refer to cardiology for evaluation and treatment? Also, discuss the criteria used to make a diagnosis of HF and interpretation of any diagnostic results that would be obtained. Consider your practicum experiences and discuss them as they relate to the topic.
Discussion Question 3
There are a number of differential diagnoses for adult patients that present with lower leg edema. Discuss the differential diagnoses for adult patients that present with lower leg edema. Include diagnostic testing and treatment. Why would you choose these tests? Include the differences between arterial insufficiency versus venous insufficiency.
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