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Glen is a 76 year old African American male who presents to the geriatric clinic where you work. His daughter brought him in due to a slight change in his mental status. She is concerned that he is becoming more forgetful, less focused, he has decreased energy, a lack of appetite, and a lack of interest in almost all activities. She states that Glen spends a lot of time sleeping.
After talking with them you learn that Glen’s wife of 56 years recently passed away last year. They were living together in Florida in a retirement community. He was very active there, golfing and walking almost daily. His daughter thought it would be best to relocate Glen back to NY State where she and his grandchildren live, “so we could keep an eye on him and provide support – we are the only family that he has left”.
The doctor has seen him and has not found any medical reason for this change. They ask you to meet with Glen and his daughter to see what your assessment is and what you might suggest.
Identify some of the possible biological, psychological, and social factors you might take into consideration when making your assessment?
What are some suggestions you might make for Glen and his daughter?
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Linda is a 29 year old, white, married female who presented to the Emergency Department after taking an overdose of Tylenol. She was found by her 14 year old daughter when she came home from school. Her daughter called 911.
Linda has been married for 9 years. She has two children; her 14 year old daughter from a previous relationship and a 11 year old son from her current marriage. Both children were brought in with her to the emergency room and no one has been able to reach her husband.
Linda’s husband recently lost his job. Since this happened, he has been staying out late and drinking heavily. Because they have no income at the present time, Linda went to Social Services about two weeks ago to apply for public assistance, Medicaid, and food stamps. She is concerned. Her 11 year old son has asthma and she cannot afford his medication.
Identify some of the biological, psychological, and social factors that you would take into consideration when helping the adolescent (14) and pre-adolescent (11) in this situation.
What referrals would you make if any and why?
