Practice your communication and team collaboration skills in this Interprofessional Education (IPE) jeopardy game designed for Medical, PA, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Social Work students. Work together to solve the problem and find the solution together!

Interprofessional Jeopardy: Case Pre-Brief

Patient Overview

Patient: 28-year-old patient

Chief Complaint: Chest pain 

Presenting Symptoms: Acute chest pain, ECG changes, elevated troponin

Relevant History

The patient has reported use of energy drinks and stimulants. This information is particularly relevant when considering the differential diagnosis and potential contributing factors to their condition.

Potential Diagnoses

Several potential causes for chest pain in this young adult are being considered:

• Acute coronary syndrome/myocardial infarction

• Coronary vasospasm (particularly related to stimulant use)

• Anxiety-induced chest pain

• GERD-related chest pain

• Drug-induced chest pain

Interprofessional Approach

This case requires input from multiple healthcare disciplines:

• Medical/PA: Diagnostic workup, ECG interpretation, treatment decisions

• Nursing: Assessment, monitoring vital signs, pain management

• Pharmacy: Medication reconciliation, drug interactions, patient education

• Social Work: Social determinants assessment, resource referrals, support services

• All Disciplines: Discharge planning, care coordination

Educational Objectives

Through this jeopardy game, participants will:

• Identify role-specific contributions to patient care

• Recognize the value of interprofessional collaboration

• Understand key assessment parameters for chest pain

• Differentiate between cardiac and non-cardiac chest pain

• Develop patient education strategies