Medical Notes: Families 11, 26 + 41
Ron
50 Years Old
Male
Caucasian
Government
Medical Situation
Stress-related hypertension and anxiety due to caregiving and financial strain.
Appointment
None
Prescriptions
None
Advise Patient to do the following:
Take medication as prescribed.
Attend regular checkups to monitor blood pressure.
Seek support through Faith Center wellness groups.
Rest when possible and share caregiving duties.
Write down medical appointments and track bills to reduce overwhelm.
Myrtle
52 Years Old
Female
Caucasian
Government
Medical Situation
Stage IV breast cancer, is undergoing weekly chemotherapy.
Appointment
Every Week, $30
Prescriptions
Cancer Treatment, $150
Advise Patient to do the following:
Attend all chemo treatments and follow-up visits.
Rest and hydrate well after treatments.
Eat small, nutritious meals even when nauseous.
Accept help from family or Faith Center community.
Engage emotional support resources to reduce stress.
Ruth
73 Years Old
Female
Caucasian
Private Pay
Medical Situation
Hypertension and fatigue related to caregiving responsibilities.
Appointment
None
Prescriptions
None
Advise Patient to do the following:
Take medication regularly.
Rest and avoid overexertion.
Stay active in moderation (short walks).
Accept offers of help from others.
Monitor for dizziness, swelling, or chest discomfort.
Hospital Notes
Ruth has high blood pressure. During Week 3, she is admitted to the Hospital via the Emergency Department. Diagnosis: Stroke. You recommend that Ruth stay in the hospital for one week (15 minutes).
Post-Discharge
Take medication daily.
Increase hydration and rest periods.
Avoid overexertion; accept help from others.
Return if dizziness or chest pain worsens.
Write Prescription
New Blood Pressure Medication, $100
Billy
22 Years Old
Male
Caucasian
Government
Medical Situation
Substance use (marijuana) and signs of depression/apathy.
Appointment
None
Prescriptions
None
Advise Patient to do the following:
Seek a support group at Faith Center or counseling at Family Health Center
Avoid high-risk behaviors or illegal activities.
Identify two trusted adults to ask for help.
Set short-term personal goals to increase sense of purpose.
Teri
17 Years Old
Female
Caucasian
Government
Medical Situation
Depression and possible substance use (marijuana).
Appointment
Walk-In, $20
Prescriptions
Blood Pressure, $20
Advise Patient to do the following:
Take medication consistently if prescribed.
Reach out to a counselor or trusted adult about sadness or isolation.
Maintain healthy eating and sleep patterns.
Engage in physical activity (walk laps weekly).
Avoid using substances to cope with stress.