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Discussion: Assessment Tools and Diagnostic Tests in Adults and Children<\/p>\n
When seeking to identify a patient\u2019s health condition, advanced practice nurses can use a diverse selection of diagnostic tests and assessment tools; however, different factors affect the validity and reliability of the results produced by these tests or tools. Nurses must be aware of these factors in order to select the most appropriate test or tool and to accurately interpret the results.<\/p>\n
Not only do these diagnostic tests affect adults, body measurements can provide a general picture of whether a child is receiving adequate nutrition or is at risk for health issues. These data, however, are just one aspect to be considered. Lifestyle, family history, and culture-among other factors-are also relevant. That said, gathering and communicating this information can be a delicate process.<\/p>\n
In this Discussion, you will consider the validity and reliability of different assessment tools and diagnostic tests. You will explore issues such as sensitivity, specificity, and positive and negative predictive values. You will also consider examples of children with various weight issues. You will explore how you could effectively gather information and encourage parents and caregivers to be proactive about their children\u2019s health and weight.<\/p>\n
To prepare:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00b7 Review this week\u2019s learning resources and consider factors that impact the validity and reliability of various assessment tools and diagnostic tests. We will also review examples of pediatric patients and their families as it relates to BMI.<\/p>\n \u00b7 This week you will be assigned one of the following DB by your instructor.<\/p>\n 1. Select one of the following assessment tools or diagnostic tests to explore for the purposes of this Discussion:<\/p>\n \u00a7 Mammogram<\/p>\n \u00a7 Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test<\/p>\n \u00a7 Body-mass index (BMI) using waist circumference for adults<\/p>\n 2. Select one<\/strong> of the examples on which to focus for this Discussion. What health issues and risks may be relevant to the child you selected?<\/p>\n \u00a7 Overweight 5-year-old boy with overweight parents<\/p>\n \u00a7 5-year-old girl of normal weight with obese parents<\/p>\n \u00a7 Severely underweight 12-year-old girl with underweight parents<\/p>\n \u00b7 Search the Walden Library and credible sources for resources explaining the tool or test you selected. What is its purpose, how is it conducted, and what information does it gather?<\/p>\n \u00b7 What does the literature discuss regarding the validity, reliability, and are there any issues with sensitivity, specificity, predictive values, ethical dilemmas, and controversies related to the test or tool?<\/p>\n \u00b7 Based on the risks you identified, consider what further information you would need to gain a full understanding of the child\u2019s health. Think about how you could gather this information in a sensitive fashion.<\/p>\n \u00b7 Consider how you could encourage parents or caregivers to be proactive toward the child\u2019s health.<\/p>\n Post<\/strong> a description of how the assessment tool or diagnostic test you selected is used in health care. Based on your research, evaluate the test or the tool\u2019s validity and reliability, and explain any issues with sensitivity, reliability, and predictive values. Include references in appropriate APA formatting.<\/p>\n OR<\/strong><\/p>\n Post<\/strong> an explanation of the health issues and risks that are relevant to the child you selected. Describe additional information you would need in order to further assess his or her weight-related health. Taking into account the parents\u2019 and caregivers\u2019 potential sensitivities, list at least three specific questions you would ask about the child to gather more information. 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