Case study presentation 2021
Health Variations 2
Assessment 2: Case study
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Anne Marks
Assessment 2: Case Study
Weight: 40%
Due: Week 6, Monday 23rd August, at 11:59pm (23:59hrs)
Length: 1000 words
• The word limit is 1000 words +10%. Use your computer to total the number of words
used in your assignment.
• The reference list is not included in the word limit.
• In-text citations are included in the additional 10% word count.
• If you exceed the word limit by more than 10% the marker will stop marking at 1100
words.
• Students must respond to each of the questions provided using academic writing -
question/answer format using full sentences and paragraphs.
• An introduction and conclusion are NOT required.
• Number each question – 1, 2, 3, 4. There is no need to include the question when
esponding.
References
• Academic references include journal articles, textbooks and
eports.
• The Diabetes Australia website and patient information sheets
are examples of consumer (general public) resources and are
not considered academic references. Official reports
published by Diabetes Australia for health professionals are
academic references.
• High quality academic references are cu
ent (within 5 years)
and specifically relevant to the case study..
• There are no restrictions on the number of references
(minimum or maximum)
Late submission and Extensions
• 4 marks per day are lost for late assessments: Anytime after 11:59pm
• Extensions are only granted in exceptional circumstances - unpredictable, sudden
and a disruption to one’s ability to study and complete the assessment item.
• To apply for an extension of time, locate an application form via the Western Sydney
University homepage Western Now – do not use a special consideration application
• Application forms must be submitted up to two days after the due date. 5pm
Wednesday 25th August
• Appropriate, supporting documentation must be submitted with the application.
• Use the University medical certificate
• An application for an extension does not automatically mean that an extension will be
granted. Continue to work on your assessment and submit as soon as possible via the
original Turnitin submission link.
Case study: Dave
Watch: Diabetes Australia. (2018, July 6). Dave’s type 2 diabetes diagnosis - National
Diabetes Week. [Video]. YouTube. https:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBSbDtkvfko
Dave is 39 years old. He visited his local doctor after experiencing vision problems
whilst driving. He has been unusually tired and urinating at night.
• Health history: Gastro oesophageal reflux disease, Tibial fracture (Right) aged 24
years - moto
ike accident
• Family history: Dave’s father was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at the age of 50
years
• Observations:
– Blood pressure 150/90
– Heart rate 105 beats per minute
– Body mass index 32 - obese
– Blu
ed vision with blue-yellow colour loss
– Random venous blood glucose level XXXXXXXXXXmmol/L
• Diagnosis: Type 2 diabetes
https:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBSbDtkvfko
1. Discuss the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Relate to the risk factors, pathophysiology and treatment.
Support your answer with academic references. (20 marks)
Pathophysiology
Type 1
Type 2 – Link to Dave
Treatment
Type 1
Type 2 – Link to Dave
Risk factors
Type 1
Type 2 – Link to Dave
2. Discuss the non-pharmacological treatment of type 2
diabetes and relate to the pathophysiology of type 2 diabetes.
Support your answer with academic references. (20 marks)
Diet
Relate to
pathophysiology
Exercise
Relate to
pathophysiology
Weight
management
Relate to
pathophysiology
Link to Dave
3. Discuss one (1) potential long term physical complication of type 2
diabetes and relate it to the pathophysiology of type 2 diabetes.
Support your answer with academic references. (20 marks)
Link to Dave
1 potential physical
complication
Relate to
pathophysiology
4. Discuss the relationship between type 2 diabetes and depression.
Support your answer with academic references. (20 marks)
Type 2 diabetes increases
the risk of depression
Why?
Link to Dave
Depression increases the
isk of type 2 diabetes
Why?
Language Use (10 marks)
• Sentences are well constructed, expression and meaning is
clear, basic written language rules are followed.
Referencing and in-text citations (10 marks)
• The APA 7th referencing style is used co
ectly for both in-text
citations and reference list.
• Review and edit drafts before resubmitting
• Evaluate paper for co
ect referencing and citation
• Note: An originality report will be available within a few
minutes after the first submission or 24 hours for second and
subsequent submissions
• A high percentage isn’t always a problem
• Make sure you paraphrase or use a direct quote and
eference
• Do not copy other student’s assessments, online
assessments or use your own past assessments
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