FOR JOYMERCY (A) (2) Types of facilities

Possible Healthcare Settings

Case Studies of Patients

1. Tony is a 59-year-old man who has terminal cancer. He has received all of the curative treatment that is possible. His constant pain can be relieved only to a certain extent by pain medication. He requires other minimal care but needs assistance with bathing and dressing. His physician expects him to live only a few months. Tony is a family man, and his wife and son need help adjusting to the situation. What health care setting is appropriate for this patient?

2. Fran is a 72-year-old Medicare patient who is recovering from a hip replacement operation after a fall. She is a widow, who is moderately senile, and also has chronic renal disease. Her physician is recommending continuous professional care and specialized rehabilitative services. What health care setting is appropriate for this patient?

3. Mildred is an 81-year-old patient who has just been discharged from an acute care hospital after a stroke that resulted in speech impairment. She is able to take care of her needs adequately at home, though she will have difficulty getting out and cannot drive. Her physician recommends that she receive speech therapy to help with her impairment. What health care setting is appropriate for this patient?

4. Jacob is a three month old baby, born prematurely. He was found to have a congenital heart defect. This defect can now be corrected surgically since the baby's weight has stabilized. Many members of the health care team will be needed to perform the surgery and see little Jacob through recovery. What health care setting is appropriate for this patient?

5. Howard is a 28 year old patient who must have a growth removed from the skin on his back. This will be noninvasive and will require only local anesthesia. The recovery time will be a day or two and will require some pain medication for a few days. What health care setting is appropriate for this patient?