Assignment Prompt & Instructions
04/10/2026 I need it ready
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– ## Mindmapwk7instructions.docx
**## Mindmapwk7instructions.docx**
Mindmap
This week's mindmap is focused on neurological disorders.
1. Ensure that you follow the rubric and address all sections.
2. Once you complete the mind map and submit the assignment, it is your responsibility to ensure that I can open it and read it clearly. Make sure that the text is large enough and it does not link to a site needing a log in. If I can't read the text or access the assignment, I will add a comment in the grading section and it will need to be resubmitted. The resubmission will have the grade deducted per policy.
Learning Resources
Mind map resources — Refer to week 3 mind map resources to complete the assignment for the week.
Mind Mapping websites – Free Templates:
• Mindmeister Links to an external site.. (n.d.). https://mindmeister.com
• Creately.Links to an external site. (n.d.). https://creately.com
• CanvaLinks to an external site.. (n.d.). https://canva.comLinks to an external site.
Textbook Resources:
• Rogers, J. (2023). McCance & Huether's pathophysiology (9th ed.). Elsevier – Evolve.
o Chapter 15: Structure and Function of the Neurologic System
o Chapter 16: Pain, Temperature Regulation, Sleep, and Sensory Function: Summary Review
o Chapter 17: Alterations in Cognitive Systems, Cerebral Hemodynamics, and Motor Function
o Chapter 18: Alterations of the Brain, Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves
o Chapter 20: Alterations of Neurologic Functions in Children: Summary Review
In this exercise, you will complete a MindMap to gauge your understanding of this week’s content. Select one of the possible topics provided to complete your MindMap assignment.
· Stroke
· Multiple sclerosis
· Transient Ischemic Attack
· Myasthenia gravis
· Headache: May choose — migraine, cluster, tension
· Seizure disorders: Adults or Children
· Brain injury
· Alzheimer Disease
· Neuroblastoma
· Parkinson's Disease
· Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
· Degenerative Disorders of the Spine: May choose — Low back pain, Degenerative Disc Disease
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| Select one of the possible topics provided and complete the MindMap.<br>Describe the Pathophysiology and Etiology of the primary diagnosis. List risk factors related to the primary diagnosis. | **30 to >27.0 ptsExcellent** A thoroughly completed MindMap with a selected topic was submitted. The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the pathophysiology at the cellular level and shows understanding of the primary diagnosis. The response accurately and thoroughly identifies etiology for the diagnosis and lists appropriate risk factors.<br> <br>**27 to >23.0 ptsGood** A completed MindMap with a selected topic was submitted. The response describes the pathophysiology at the organ level of the primary diagnosis. The response does not identify specific etiology for the diagnosis and some risk factors are not linked to diagnosis.<br> <br>**23 to >19.0 ptsFair** An inaccurately complete or vague MindMap with a selected topic was submitted. The response inaccurately or vaguely describes the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis. The response inaccurately or vaguely identifies etiology for the diagnosis and all risk factors are not linked to diagnosis.<br> <br>**19 to >0 ptsPoor** An incomplete MindMap with a selected topic was submitted, or is missing. The response does not describe the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis. The response does not identify etiology for this diagnosis and risk factors are missing. | 30 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat are the patient’s signs and symptoms for this diagnosis? How does the diagnosis impact other body systems and what are the possible complications? | **20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent** The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the patient's signs and symptoms for this diagnosis. The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail how this diagnosis might impact other body systems and their possible complications.<br> <br>**17 to >14.0 ptsGood** The response accurately describes the patient's signs and symptoms for this diagnosis. The response accurately describes how this diagnosis might impact other body systems and their possible complications.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsFair** The response inaccurately or vaguely describes the patient's signs and symptoms for this diagnosis. The response inaccurately or vaguely describes how this diagnosis might impact other body systems and their possible complications.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsPoor** The response inaccurately and vaguely describes the patient's signs and symptoms for this diagnosis, or is missing. The response inaccurately and vaguely describes how the diagnosis might impact other body systems and their possible complications, or is missing. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat diagnostic tests or labs would you order to confirm the primary diagnosis? | **20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent** The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the diagnostic tests and labs to order for primary diagnosis and are appropriately linked within the Mind map.<br> <br>**17 to >14.0 ptsGood** The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the diagnostic tests and labs to order for primary diagnosis but are not appropriately linked within the Mind map.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsFair** The response inaccurately or vaguely describes the diagnostic tests and labs to order for primary diagnosis and are not linked within the Mind map.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsPoor** The response inaccurately and vaguely describes the diagnostic tests and labs to order for primary diagnosis. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat treatment options would you consider? Include possible referrals and medications. | **20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent** The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the treatment options they would consider. The response accurately and thoroughly describes potential referrals and medications.<br> <br>**17 to >14.0 ptsGood** The response accurately describes the treatment options they would consider. The response accurately describes potential referrals and medications.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsFair** The response inaccurately or vaguely describes the treatment options they would consider. The response inaccurately or vaguely describes potential referrals and medications.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsPoor** The response inaccurately and vaguely describes the treatment options they would consider, or is missing. The response inaccurately and vaguely describes possible referrals and medications, or is missing. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResources and Mind map formatting/writing | **10 to >7.0 ptsExcellent** The response is articulate with demonstration of advanced terms and knowledge in writing style with no grammatical or spelling errors. Appropriate electronic mind mapping format. Reference list included with at least two research articles that are within last 5 years. Research articles are also cited and linked within mind map.<br> <br>**7 to >4.0 ptsGood** The response is efficient with correct spelling and no gross grammatical and/or spelling errors. Appropriate electronic mind mapping format. Reference list included with at least two research articles within last 5 years but not cited or linked within mind map.<br> <br>**4 to >2.0 ptsFair** The response is fair with a few spelling and grammatical errors. Appropriate electronic mind mapping format. Reference list included with at least two research articles but not within last 5 years and not cited or linked within mind map.<br> <br>**2 to >0 ptsPoor** The response is poor with gross grammatical and spelling errors. Did not use appropriate electronic mind mapping format. Did not include reference list with at least two research articles. | 10 pts |
**## Mindmapwk7instructions.docx**
Mindmap
This week's mindmap is focused on neurological disorders.
1. Ensure that you follow the rubric and address all sections.
2. Once you complete the mind map and submit the assignment, it is your responsibility to ensure that I can open it and read it clearly. Make sure that the text is large enough and it does not link to a site needing a log in. If I can't read the text or access the assignment, I will add a comment in the grading section and it will need to be resubmitted. The resubmission will have the grade deducted per policy.
Learning Resources
Mind map resources — Refer to week 3 mind map resources to complete the assignment for the week.
Mind Mapping websites – Free Templates:
• Mindmeister Links to an external site.. (n.d.). https://mindmeister.com
• Creately.Links to an external site. (n.d.). https://creately.com
• CanvaLinks to an external site.. (n.d.). https://canva.comLinks to an external site.
Textbook Resources:
• Rogers, J. (2023). McCance & Huether's pathophysiology (9th ed.). Elsevier – Evolve.
o Chapter 15: Structure and Function of the Neurologic System
o Chapter 16: Pain, Temperature Regulation, Sleep, and Sensory Function: Summary Review
o Chapter 17: Alterations in Cognitive Systems, Cerebral Hemodynamics, and Motor Function
o Chapter 18: Alterations of the Brain, Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves
o Chapter 20: Alterations of Neurologic Functions in Children: Summary Review
In this exercise, you will complete a MindMap to gauge your understanding of this week’s content. Select one of the possible topics provided to complete your MindMap assignment.
· Stroke
· Multiple sclerosis
· Transient Ischemic Attack
· Myasthenia gravis
· Headache: May choose — migraine, cluster, tension
· Seizure disorders: Adults or Children
· Brain injury
· Alzheimer Disease
· Neuroblastoma
· Parkinson's Disease
· Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
· Degenerative Disorders of the Spine: May choose — Low back pain, Degenerative Disc Disease
| | | |
| — | — | — |
| Select one of the possible topics provided and complete the MindMap.<br>Describe the Pathophysiology and Etiology of the primary diagnosis. List risk factors related to the primary diagnosis. | **30 to >27.0 ptsExcellent** A thoroughly completed MindMap with a selected topic was submitted. The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the pathophysiology at the cellular level and shows understanding of the primary diagnosis. The response accurately and thoroughly identifies etiology for the diagnosis and lists appropriate risk factors.<br> <br>**27 to >23.0 ptsGood** A completed MindMap with a selected topic was submitted. The response describes the pathophysiology at the organ level of the primary diagnosis. The response does not identify specific etiology for the diagnosis and some risk factors are not linked to diagnosis.<br> <br>**23 to >19.0 ptsFair** An inaccurately complete or vague MindMap with a selected topic was submitted. The response inaccurately or vaguely describes the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis. The response inaccurately or vaguely identifies etiology for the diagnosis and all risk factors are not linked to diagnosis.<br> <br>**19 to >0 ptsPoor** An incomplete MindMap with a selected topic was submitted, or is missing. The response does not describe the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis. The response does not identify etiology for this diagnosis and risk factors are missing. | 30 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat are the patient’s signs and symptoms for this diagnosis? How does the diagnosis impact other body systems and what are the possible complications? | **20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent** The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the patient's signs and symptoms for this diagnosis. The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail how this diagnosis might impact other body systems and their possible complications.<br> <br>**17 to >14.0 ptsGood** The response accurately describes the patient's signs and symptoms for this diagnosis. The response accurately describes how this diagnosis might impact other body systems and their possible complications.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsFair** The response inaccurately or vaguely describes the patient's signs and symptoms for this diagnosis. The response inaccurately or vaguely describes how this diagnosis might impact other body systems and their possible complications.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsPoor** The response inaccurately and vaguely describes the patient's signs and symptoms for this diagnosis, or is missing. The response inaccurately and vaguely describes how the diagnosis might impact other body systems and their possible complications, or is missing. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat diagnostic tests or labs would you order to confirm the primary diagnosis? | **20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent** The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the diagnostic tests and labs to order for primary diagnosis and are appropriately linked within the Mind map.<br> <br>**17 to >14.0 ptsGood** The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the diagnostic tests and labs to order for primary diagnosis but are not appropriately linked within the Mind map.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsFair** The response inaccurately or vaguely describes the diagnostic tests and labs to order for primary diagnosis and are not linked within the Mind map.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsPoor** The response inaccurately and vaguely describes the diagnostic tests and labs to order for primary diagnosis. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat treatment options would you consider? Include possible referrals and medications. | **20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent** The response accurately and thoroughly describes in detail the treatment options they would consider. The response accurately and thoroughly describes potential referrals and medications.<br> <br>**17 to >14.0 ptsGood** The response accurately describes the treatment options they would consider. The response accurately describes potential referrals and medications.<br> <br>**14 to >12.0 ptsFair** The response inaccurately or vaguely describes the treatment options they would consider. The response inaccurately or vaguely describes potential referrals and medications.<br> <br>**12 to >0 ptsPoor** The response inaccurately and vaguely describes the treatment options they would consider, or is missing. The response inaccurately and vaguely describes possible referrals and medications, or is missing. | 20 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResources and Mind map formatting/writing | **10 to >7.0 ptsExcellent** The response is articulate with demonstration of advanced terms and knowledge in writing style with no grammatical or spelling errors. Appropriate electronic mind mapping format. Reference list included with at least two research articles that are within last 5 years. Research articles are also cited and linked within mind map.<br> <br>**7 to >4.0 ptsGood** The response is efficient with correct spelling and no gross grammatical and/or spelling errors. Appropriate electronic mind mapping format. Reference list included with at least two research articles within last 5 years but not cited or linked within mind map.<br> <br>**4 to >2.0 ptsFair** The response is fair with a few spelling and grammatical errors. Appropriate electronic mind mapping format. Reference list included with at least two research articles but not within last 5 years and not cited or linked within mind map.<br> <br>**2 to >0 ptsPoor** The response is poor with gross grammatical and spelling errors. Did not use appropriate electronic mind mapping format. Did not include reference list with at least two research articles. | 10 pts |