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CAMILLA FRANKLIN I HUMAN CASE STUDY 68 Y/S OLD LATEST REVIWED BY EXPERT .
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CAMIL LA FRANKLIN I HUMAN CASE STUDY 68 Y /S OLD LATEST REVIWED BY EXPERT 2024 -2025 . Case Study: Camilla Franklin Patient Information • Name: Camilla Franklin • Age: 68 • Gender: Female • Medical History: Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes, Osteoarthritis Medical Condition Camilla Franklin presents with symptoms of worsening shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in her lower extremities. She has been experiencing these symptoms progressively over the past two weeks. She also reports a recent weight gain of 5 pounds with in the last month, despite no changes in her diet or physical activity levels. Initial Assessment • Vital Signs: o Blood Pressure: 160/95 mmHg o Heart Rate: 90 bpm o Respiratory Rate: 22 breaths/min o Temperature: 98.6°F (37°C) o Oxygen Saturation: 92% on room air • Physical Examination: o General: Appears fatigued, mild distress o Cardiovascular: S1 and S2 present, no murmurs, jugular venous distention (JVD) observed o Respiratory: Bilateral crackles in the lower lung fields o Abdomen: Soft, non -tender, no hepatosplenomegaly o Extremities: 2+ pitting edema in both lower extremities Diagnosis Based on the symptoms and initial assessment, the following differential diagnoses are considered: 1. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) 2. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) exacerbation 3. Renal Failure To confirm the diagnosis, the following diagnostic tests are ordered: • Electrocardiogram (ECG): To check for any cardiac abnormalities. • Chest X -ray: To look for signs of heart enlargement and fluid accumulation in the lungs. • Echocardiogram: To assess heart function and structure. • Blood Tests: o Complete Blood Count (CBC) o Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) o B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) level o Kidney Function Tests (Creatinine, Blood Urea Nitrogen)The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
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