You are caring for Tim, a 78-y/o man admitted with a neurologic problem. As you enter his room, he says, “Hi, you must be my son’s friend. Come in. I’m Tim & this is my wife, Martha. I’m sorry our house is a mess. This year, 1968, isn’t a good year for us.” 1.How would you describe and document his mental status? 2.What may have contributed to this? Give at least three. 3.From your answer in #2, what will be your 3 topmost priority plans of care? Do not forget to cite your references to support/justify your answers.
You are caring for Tim, a 78-y/o man admitted with a neurologic problem. As you enter his room, he says, “Hi, you must be my son’s friend. Come in. I’m Tim & this is my wife, Martha. I’m sorry our house is a mess. This year, 1968, isn’t a good year for us.” 1.How would you describe and document his mental status? 2.What may have contributed to this? Give at least three. 3.From your answer in #2, what will be your 3 topmost priority plans of care? Do not forget to cite your references to support/justify your answers.
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You are caring for Tim, a 78-y/o man admitted with a neurologic problem. As you enter his room, he says, “Hi, you must be my son’s friend. Come in. I’m Tim & this is my wife, Martha. I’m sorry our house is a mess. This year, 1968, isn’t a good year for us.”
1.How would you describe and document his mental status?
2.What may have contributed to this? Give at least three.
3.From your answer in #2, what will be your 3 topmost priority plans of care?
Do not forget to cite your references to support/justify your answers.
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