He had Diabetes, and heart problems that
He also seemed confident and showed an understanding of the seriousness of his medical problem. While the social worker can empathize with the client and has noticed some similarities in their backgrounds and life experiences, the client showed poor judgment in drinking and using alcohol to lower his stress. The counselor does not believe that counter-transference issues developed during the assessment. Patrick is a sixty-eight-year-old single, male.
The patient BAC was .34 when lab were conduct. The patient reports a non-compliance with his medications for 3 weeks. The patient reports that he was unable to fill them a few months ago with DayMark. The patient reports that he has been depressed recently. Furthermore, he reports that both of his parents died years ago around this time of year and he tries to block out the thought of both their deaths.
Pt has taken alcohol in larger amounts or over a longer period than was intended, interferes with his daily function, such as occupational, and recurrent alcohol use in situations in which it is physically hazardous. Pt meets criteria for F.10.24 Alcohol Induced Depressive Disorder. Pt has symptoms that persist for a substantial amount of time after the cessation of acute withdrawal or severe intoxication and a history of recurrent non-substance/medication-related episodes. John Smith presents in a flat affect during the interview. Pt maintained good eye
Daryl Garrison is a 62 yeas old male with PMH of ESRD, HTN, Depression, chronic pain, neuropathy, tobacco abuse, recent GI bleeding, hyperkalemia, HLD, and acid reflex. He was recently hospitalized for GI bleeding and received multiple blood transfusions. During SOC, he was found to have unsteady gait (had falls without injury 2 weeks ago), generalized weakness, and increased back pain (on Percocet). He also will benefit with education about low potassium diet, HTN disease management, and teaching about medication purpose and regimen.
After reading the case study Mr. X is still smoking and he is overweight. If they were to grant Mr. X’s the heart he will be right back on the list which is why I will give the heart to Ms. Just because your name is listed on the list to receive a heart, does not mean you need the heart A.S.A.P which Mr. X has showed that
This removes the negative physical effects of constant anxiety leaving him healthier and happier despite not drinking
Amber lives in her smoke free home with her boyfriend and two dogs. She has been diagnosed with Vigitlio and is being treated for this condition by Dr. Harris at the University Medical Center in Worcester. Amber was told due to this condition is the reason why she suffers with neuropathy, arthritis, bursitis and fibraliga. This disease is progressive and her condition will worsen over time, which brings on muscle weakness and difficulty with coordination.
It is imperative to emphasise to Mr Thompson to realise that taking the correct dose and consistent with his medications such as, metformin, Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE inhibitor) and testing his blood sugar as they will assist him in achieving normoglycaemia, Metformin and ACE inhibitor will assist to lower blood pressure and is not a quick fix but also require to lose some weight (NICE 2009). He should also be informed about other potential problems related with his conditions such as erectile dysfunction, neuropathy, depression and retinopathy. He should be supported to manage his own conditions including self testing blood glucose and urine through monitoring, which is essential to identify and minimise occurrence of aggravated
According to the clinicians, Mr Thomas’ poor short-term memory was most likely the result of excessive alcohol intake. I was asked to assist the patient to the garden and he asked me if I could provide him with a tin of beer. Although the staff at the residential home asked the patient to only drink moderate amount of alcohol, this has proved futile. Moreover, he was allowed to visit a pub within a walking distance from the residential home SO WHAT?
The number one killer in the United States today is heart disease or also known as cardiovascular disease (U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2015). As death rates begin to rise due to cardiovascular disease, in 1948 the Framingham Heart Study became a joint project of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and Boston University to pinpoint the most common factors that play a role in cardiovascular disease and strokes (Framingham Heart Study, 2015). Over several years, the Framingham study has identified several risks factors that are believed to increase the likelihood of a person being diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. These risk factors include high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, smoking, obesity, diabetes, and physical
Both of my grandfathers suffered due to them both. My mother’s father had been smoking and drinking since the age of twelve. I wasn’t even allowed to get to know him. My other Grandfather drank a glass of some alcohol every day. Because of this he had a heart attack before the age of forty and two strokes.
My father who is 56 years old has high blood pressure and
However, his false bravado and self-created grandiose image, will most likely impede his ability to accept the needed treatment and potentially diminish the likelihood for a positive prognosis. A thorough familiarity with his diagnoses, background, cultural influences, treatment history and motivation to fully engage in the process are needed to develop an effective treatment plan for this young man. II.
· Mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression and psychotic disorders · Lifestyle factors such as drinking, smoking or use of recreational drugs · Acute or chronic medical conditions e.g heart failure and
