Case studies provide the opportunity to simulate realistic scenarios involving patients presenting with various health problems or symptoms. Such case studies enable nurse learners to apply concepts, lessons, and critical thinking to interviewing, screening, and diagnostic approaches, as well as to the development of treatment plans.

For this Case Study Discussion, you will propose a differential diagnosis with a minimum of 3 possible conditions or diseases. You will prioritize these diagnoses and explain which you would recommend.

Based on your assigned case study, post a Focused SOAP NOTE with the following:

• Differential diagnosis (dx) with a minimum of 3 possible conditions or diseases.

• Define what you believe is the most important diagnosis. Be sure to include the first priority in conducting your assessment.

• Explain which diagnostic tests and treatment options you would recommend for your patient and explain your reasoning.

Your differential diagnosis, what you believe the most important diagnosis is and why, additional diagnostic tests, treatments, and rationales are what this assignment and grading is focused on. Your critical thinking for this assignment