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Appendix A
Place in Bright Space prior to the start of class No single word responses (At least 100+ words in your response. Repeating the question in the answer does not count towards the 100+ words) Give questions some thought and answer honestly and sincerely Give examples if you have them Cite resources Worth 20 points / 2.5%
Assignment: 1
You are viewing social media at home when you notice one of your coworker’s post on Facebook. The post is complaining about an elderly patient on your unit at work. The post reveals that the patient has Alzheimer’s disease and is “crazy” and your coworker states “I can’t wait until she is transferred out of here and back to Comfort Care Homes. After this shift, you will find me at the bar, line them up, I will need it.” Additionally, the coworker’s full name, occupation and employer are listed on their “about me” page.
Answer the following question:
1. What would you do regarding this posting? Explain clearly what you would do and why.
Due DateMar 14, 2021 11:59 PM
Assignment 2 Family
The student will: • Apply critical thinking through participation of selected topics • Engage in thoughtful discourse with peers • Incorporate topic discussion into clinical judgment and decision making within the setting
Scenario: Family An 83, year old woman is recovering from pneumonia. She has Alzheimer’s disease and has become increasingly hostile and unmanageable in the home setting. Her 65, year old daughter is distraught about the idea of placing her mother in a long term care facility but feels she is not able to care for her.
Directions: Part 1: • The original post must be at least 200 – 300 words in length • What is your role in this situation? • How might you help the daughter with her decision? • What information would you give the daughter?
Assignment 3 Influences
The student will: • Apply critical thinking through participation of selected topics • Engage in thoughtful discourse with peers • Incorporate topic discussion into clinical judgment and decision making within the setting
Scenario: Family A 78, year old man is a retired banker whose wife died several years ago. He is able to perform all ADLs but needs help with meal preparation and transportation. He lives in a deteriorating neighborhood and no longer feels safe. He does not want to live with family members or completely give up his independence.
Directions: Part 1: • The original post must be at least 200 – 300 words in length • What housing options would be appropriate for him? Why? • What advantages would such housing options offer over living alone?