The musculoskeletal pathophysiologic processes that would account

Question # 00857761 Posted By: wildcraft Updated on: 07/17/2024 09:20 PM Due on: 07/18/2024
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CASE STUDY ANALYSIS

In your Case Study Analysis related to the scenario provided, explain the following in 1-2 pages:

· The musculoskeletal pathophysiologic processes that would account for the patient presenting these symptoms.

· Any racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning.

· How these processes interact to affect the patient.

Case: A 48-year-old male presents to the clinic with complaints of low-grade fever, fatigue, headache, and arthritic pain in his knees in the last few weeks.  Approximately 8 months ago he reports that he had a tick bite but did not receive any treatment.  He had a small red rash at that time but was without other symptoms.  The patient’s vital signs:  His BP is 118/84, pulse is 74, resp 18, regular and non-labored, pulse ox 98%, and temp 98.4F. Physical exam reveals no rashes or abnormal neurological processes.  The patient reports tenderness to both knees upon palpation.  Diagnostic testing reveals positive antibody test for B. burgdorferi.  Based on this result and exam findings the patient is given a diagnosis of Lyme disease. 

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