Question
Short Instructions:
Choose a diagnosis from one of the 2 websites provided.
Then, for the diagnosis you choose, complete the information noted in step 2 (who is vulnerable, symptoms, treatment, prevention...).
You can do a brochure if you want, but if you would just rather make it into a word document or ppt, that will work as well.
Long Instructions:
Step 1: Explore Diseases of the Skeletal System
Check out the variety of skeletal system disorders at the following links. Pay particular attention to the pictures that accompany the explanations to help you as you read and learn about these conditions.
WebMD: Conditions that Affect Your Bones
MedlinePlus: Bone Diseases
For this exercise, we won’t discuss basic fractures and broken bones, but you can use any other skeletal system disease, including anything more esoteric you may find from independent research.
Step 2: Create a Brochure
Choose one disease from your research in Step 1 and create a brochure.
Your brochure will be a simple, four-page structure that covers the following topics:
Who is Vulnerable?
Your “cover” for the brochure should include the name of the disease and which populations should be most aware of it—for example, older women are more vulnerable to osteoporosis, parents would be the target for information about leukemia, and athletes might be more vulnerable than average people to certain disorders.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
The second page of your brochure should cover the symptoms of the condition—things people should look out for when considering whether they should see a medical professional. You will also mention here the ways medical professionals will officially diagnose the disease, for example, blood tests, simple x-rays, and so on.
Prevention
How can the disease be prevented, or how, at least, can its effects be mitigated? You should include at least one page discussing steps someone might take to prevent or lessen the effects of the disease. In some cases, there might not be many ways to prevent the disease, in which case the page should focus on knowing the risk factors and early detection.
Treatment
Finally, you should include a page about treatment options for the disease. Even if there’s no cure, there will be at least palliative care options (which treat the pain and other symptoms, even if they can’t cure the disease), and you might even mention new treatments being researched.
Overall Design
The overall design and dimensions of the brochure can be anything you want; you can even go over four pages if you are imagining that a tri-fold type of brochure would work better for your content. Just make sure you include the required information, have at least four pages total, and your mockup indicates what visuals you’ll need and where they should be placed (at least TWO images/charts/visuals total).
Choose a diagnosis from one of the 2 websites provided.
Then, for the diagnosis you choose, complete the information noted in step 2 (who is vulnerable, symptoms, treatment, prevention...).
You can do a brochure if you want, but if you would just rather make it into a word document or ppt, that will work as well.
Long Instructions:
Step 1: Explore Diseases of the Skeletal System
Check out the variety of skeletal system disorders at the following links. Pay particular attention to the pictures that accompany the explanations to help you as you read and learn about these conditions.
WebMD: Conditions that Affect Your Bones
MedlinePlus: Bone Diseases
For this exercise, we won’t discuss basic fractures and broken bones, but you can use any other skeletal system disease, including anything more esoteric you may find from independent research.
Step 2: Create a Brochure
Choose one disease from your research in Step 1 and create a brochure.
Your brochure will be a simple, four-page structure that covers the following topics:
Who is Vulnerable?
Your “cover” for the brochure should include the name of the disease and which populations should be most aware of it—for example, older women are more vulnerable to osteoporosis, parents would be the target for information about leukemia, and athletes might be more vulnerable than average people to certain disorders.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
The second page of your brochure should cover the symptoms of the condition—things people should look out for when considering whether they should see a medical professional. You will also mention here the ways medical professionals will officially diagnose the disease, for example, blood tests, simple x-rays, and so on.
Prevention
How can the disease be prevented, or how, at least, can its effects be mitigated? You should include at least one page discussing steps someone might take to prevent or lessen the effects of the disease. In some cases, there might not be many ways to prevent the disease, in which case the page should focus on knowing the risk factors and early detection.
Treatment
Finally, you should include a page about treatment options for the disease. Even if there’s no cure, there will be at least palliative care options (which treat the pain and other symptoms, even if they can’t cure the disease), and you might even mention new treatments being researched.
Overall Design
The overall design and dimensions of the brochure can be anything you want; you can even go over four pages if you are imagining that a tri-fold type of brochure would work better for your content. Just make sure you include the required information, have at least four pages total, and your mockup indicates what visuals you’ll need and where they should be placed (at least TWO images/charts/visuals total).
Answers
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Sure! Below is a mockup for a brochure on Osteoporosis, a common condition that affects the skeletal system, particularly in older adults.
### **Brochure Mockup: Osteoporosis**
---
**Cover Page: Osteoporosis**
- **Title:** Understanding Osteoporosis
- **Visuals:** Image of healthy bone vs. osteoporotic bone
- **Target Audience:**
- Older women (especially post-menopausal)
- Individuals with a family history of osteoporosis
- Sedentary individuals
- People with low calcium intake
---
**Page 1: Symptoms and Diagnosis**
- **Symptoms:**
- Gradual bone loss with no symptoms until a fracture occurs.
- Fractures occurring easily, typically in the hip, spine, or wrist.
- Loss of height and stooped posture due to spinal compression fractures.
- **Diagnosis:**
- Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan to measure bone mineral density.
- Blood tests to check for calcium levels and hormone levels.
- Medical history assessment and physical examination.
- **Visuals:** Illustration of DEXA scan procedure.
---
**Page 2: Prevention**
- **Potential Preventive Measures:**
- Adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D through diet (e.g., dairy, leafy greens, fortified foods).
- Regular weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises (e.g., walking, jogging, resistance training).
- Avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
- Regular bone density screenings, especially for those at higher risk.
- **Visuals:** Chart of calcium-rich foods and exercises for bone strength.
---
**Page 3: Treatment**
- **Treatment Options:**
- Medications like bisphosphonates (e.g., alendronate) to strengthen bones.
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for post-menopausal women.
- Use of osteoporosis medications (e.g., denosumab, teriparatide, romosozumab) that promote bone growth.
- Pain management strategies for those suffering fractures, including physical therapy.
- **Emerging Treatments:**
- Ongoing research into new medications and treatments to prevent fractures and promote bone growth.
- **Visuals:** Graph showing the effectiveness of different treatments over time.
---
### **Overall Design Notes:**
- **Dimensions:** Tri-fold brochure (8.5" x 11")
- **Color Scheme:** Soft blues and greens, conveying health and well-being.
- **Fonts:** Clear, easy-to-read fonts (e.g., Arial for headings and Times New Roman for body text).
- **Images/Charts Placement:**
- Place the healthy bone vs. osteoporotic bone image on the cover.
- The DEXA scan illustration should be on the symptoms page.
- The chart of calcium-rich foods should be on the prevention page.
- The effectiveness graph should be on the treatment page.
This structure covers all required elements while providing a visually appealing and informative brochure on osteoporosis. You can further enhance the text with specific data as needed and integrate more visuals based on your preferences!
### **Brochure Mockup: Osteoporosis**
---
**Cover Page: Osteoporosis**
- **Title:** Understanding Osteoporosis
- **Visuals:** Image of healthy bone vs. osteoporotic bone
- **Target Audience:**
- Older women (especially post-menopausal)
- Individuals with a family history of osteoporosis
- Sedentary individuals
- People with low calcium intake
---
**Page 1: Symptoms and Diagnosis**
- **Symptoms:**
- Gradual bone loss with no symptoms until a fracture occurs.
- Fractures occurring easily, typically in the hip, spine, or wrist.
- Loss of height and stooped posture due to spinal compression fractures.
- **Diagnosis:**
- Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan to measure bone mineral density.
- Blood tests to check for calcium levels and hormone levels.
- Medical history assessment and physical examination.
- **Visuals:** Illustration of DEXA scan procedure.
---
**Page 2: Prevention**
- **Potential Preventive Measures:**
- Adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D through diet (e.g., dairy, leafy greens, fortified foods).
- Regular weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises (e.g., walking, jogging, resistance training).
- Avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
- Regular bone density screenings, especially for those at higher risk.
- **Visuals:** Chart of calcium-rich foods and exercises for bone strength.
---
**Page 3: Treatment**
- **Treatment Options:**
- Medications like bisphosphonates (e.g., alendronate) to strengthen bones.
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for post-menopausal women.
- Use of osteoporosis medications (e.g., denosumab, teriparatide, romosozumab) that promote bone growth.
- Pain management strategies for those suffering fractures, including physical therapy.
- **Emerging Treatments:**
- Ongoing research into new medications and treatments to prevent fractures and promote bone growth.
- **Visuals:** Graph showing the effectiveness of different treatments over time.
---
### **Overall Design Notes:**
- **Dimensions:** Tri-fold brochure (8.5" x 11")
- **Color Scheme:** Soft blues and greens, conveying health and well-being.
- **Fonts:** Clear, easy-to-read fonts (e.g., Arial for headings and Times New Roman for body text).
- **Images/Charts Placement:**
- Place the healthy bone vs. osteoporotic bone image on the cover.
- The DEXA scan illustration should be on the symptoms page.
- The chart of calcium-rich foods should be on the prevention page.
- The effectiveness graph should be on the treatment page.
This structure covers all required elements while providing a visually appealing and informative brochure on osteoporosis. You can further enhance the text with specific data as needed and integrate more visuals based on your preferences!
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