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PHA_311_CASE STUDY_S1_2023
Assessment Item 2
Description/Focus:Case Study
Value:25 %
Learning outcomes:1,2,3,4
Due date:7/05/2023
Length:1200 Words
Task:Discuss a patients clinical history and laboratory results (provided) and explain the role of the clinical chemistry laboratory in the patients management, including follow-up, monitoring treatment, prognosis and most importantly diagnosis.
Preparation:Research around the case and follow the assessment instructions on Learnline.
Presentation:A pdf document to be submitted on Learnline.
Assessment criteria:According to the marking rubric provided.
ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Computer generated word or pdf document, front size: 12; double spacing
2.Length: Maximum 1,200 words +/-50 (not including references, tables and figures)
3.References: maximum 20 references.
Referencing style is flexible, but consistent formatting throughout the document is essential.
Up to 20 recent references no more than 5 years old.
4.Diagram and table will be allowed but need explanation.
Rubric Details
Presentation
5 possible points (20%)
Exemplary
Clear and logical headings are used to present the information in the discussion of the case study. Information is presented in a logical sequence, including an introduction and conclusion. The reader can clearly follow the essay. Sentences are complete and grammatically accurate. They flow together logically. Words are chosen for their precise meaning and spelt correctly. Technical terms and jargon are used correctly. All punctuation used is accurate.
Knowledge of pathophysiology, laboratory testing and result interpretation
5 possible points (20%)
Exemplary
Clearly, concisely, and correctly describes and interprets all aspects of the test results and all aspects supported by a range of discipline related literature.
Clinical correlations with laboratory results
5 possible points (20%)
Exemplary
Clear & concise correlation of test results with patient information. Demonstrated understanding of the purpose of these tests in relation to making a diagnosis
Comparative analysis skills and differential diagnosis considerations
5 possible points (20%)
Exemplary
Clearly, concisely and correctly summarises all key results. Discusses eloquently results most relevant to the diagnosis supported by a variety of discipline related literature.
Engagement with readings-
5 possible points (20%)
Exemplary
References are primarily key, peer reviewed professional journals or other approved sources. Choice of relevant scholarly sources are used and demonstrate extensive, in-depth research with little reliance on tertiary sources. Strong evidence of capacity to use and work with relevant key conceptsBottom of Form
