Medical Notes: Families 13, 28 + 43
Juan
25 Years Old
Male
Hispanic
Uninsured
Medical Situation
Experiences chronic pain and possible high blood pressure; takes a combination of an alpha blocker and pain reliever, though access is limited due to lack of insurance.
Appointment
Medical Appointment: $0
Counseling Session: $100
Prescriptions
Advise Patient to do the following:
Apply for local medical coverage or charity care at Government Services.
Use stretching and light exercise to ease pain.
Avoid heavy lifting when possible.
Seek translation help or bilingual support at Family Health Center.
Reach out to community members for emotional support and connection.
Hospital Notes
Juan arrives at the hospital complaining of severe lower back and knee pain. He has not seen a doctor in years and is worried about cost and immigration documentation. After examination, no emergency condition is found. You recommend that he stay for 6 minutes for pain management and care coordination.
Post-Discharge
Take prescribed or over-the-counter pain relief as directed.
Apply heat to sore areas and avoid lifting heavy objects.
Follow up with Family Health Center for ongoing care.
Seek translation assistance for medical paperwork.
Return if pain worsens or new symptoms develop.
Write Prescriptions
Alpha Blocker, $15 Controlled
Pain Reliever, $15 Controlled
Juanita
22 Years Old
Male
Hispanic
Uninsured
Medical Situation
Recently postpartum and breastfeeding; experiencing fatigue and stress due to returning to work with limited support.
Appointment
None
Prescriptions
None
Advise Patient to do the following:
Monitor for symptoms of postpartum depression or infection. Continue breastfeeding and seek lactation support at Family Health Center.
Eat nutrient-rich foods and stay hydrated.
Rest whenever possible and avoid overexertion.
Ask about workplace protections and health benefits.
Monitor for symptoms of postpartum depression or infection.
Jorge
20 Years Old
Male
Hispanic
Uninsured
Medical Situation
No current medical conditions reported; receives student healthcare through the community college.
Appointment
None
Prescriptions
None
Advise Patient to do the following:
Maintain consistent sleep and meal schedules.
Attend counseling
Take regular breaks from family and work for quiet study time.
Stay engaged with school advisors to support retention.
Counseling Appointment
Ask him what he has been doing to cope with life stress and listen empathically.
Diego
2 Months Old
Male
Hispanic
Private Pay
Medical Situation
Represented by doll. No diagnosed conditions; requires regular pediatric care and nutrition support.
Appointment
Week 2, $0
Prescriptions
None
Advise Patient to do the following:
Schedule regular pediatric visits and vaccinations.
Ensure consistent nutrition and hydration.
Monitor weight and growth milestones.
Encourage interaction and play for development.