NFQ Level 9 Advanced Systematic Assessment and Case Management, Case Study, RCSI, Ireland

Case Study Guideline 2024:- 

The objective of the CASE STUDY is for you to demonstrate your evolving competence in history taking and health assessment and how these skills underpin your clinical practice in the context of disease or injury management. Please consider and select a particular case to support your reflection and critical discussion that is relevant to your area of practice.

The details of the case can be provided in an Appendix which will not affect your Word count. Use this case study to demonstrate your knowledge and skills around history taking and head to toe assessment and how they contribute to care planning and management.

Introduction (250 words)
Introduce the reader to your role, scope of practice and healthcare setting.

Main Body (2000 words)

Section 1: Briefly discuss the concepts of history taking and health assessment in healthcare. Discuss their relevance to your role and how you integrate them into your practice. You can use Appendixes to reference specific tools you use in practice.

Section 2: Present the selected case under the sub-headings provided below
• Background of the condition (epidemiology, etiology)
• Anatomy/physiology (as relevant and Appendix as/if needed)
• Classification of the condition and clinical features (be succinct and Appendix as/if needed)
• Diagnostic and treatment interventions (evidence-based)
• Complications and prognosis (be specific)
• Advanced practice nursing implications

Conclusion (250 Words):
The conclusion should be succinct and precise. No new information or references should be included.