Running head: GERIATRIC CASE STUDY
Geriatric Case Study
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GERIATRIC CASE STUDY
E.J. Transcript
E.J. is a 62-year-old Caucasian male who initially presented with new-onset
symptoms of psychosis and mood liability thought to be connected with high-dose
Prednisone treatment for poison ivy exposure. He was brought to an emergency
room by his grandson approximately 11 months ago with extreme agitation.
Evaluation of E.J. at that time revealed auditory hallucinations. E.J. noted that the
whispering voices had a persecutory tone. He also expressed feelings of paranoia,
saying that the voices were plotting against him and that he would not let them win.
The patient is currently residing in the secure wing of an assisted living facility.
History
E.J. has a past medical history that includes hypertension, hyperlipidemia, coronary
artery disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, peptic ulcer disease, and
peripheral artery disease (with stents), but no prior psychiatric history. His mother
was diagnosed with schizophrenia.
Assignment Instructions
For your assignment, complete the following information based on the patient
information you have been given. Include at least one Internet source and two
evidence-based articles in addition to the assigned texts to support your
recommendation(s).
1. Diagnoses, Differentials, and ICD Code(s):
Provide your recommendations for each.
2. Medications:
Provide your recommended drug therapy, including common side effects and
