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The differential diagnoses for this patient will include major depressive disord

The differential diagnoses for this patient will include major depressive disorder, hypothyroidism, chronic fatigue syndrome, and seasonal affective disorder. MDD is likely given a history of depression with symptoms of fatigue and weight gain and psychosocial stressors such as homelessness exacerbating the condition (NICE, 2022). Hypothyroidism needs to be considered since some symptoms are similar and it is a
fairly common problem among young women. Chronic fatigue syndrome is a possibility given persistent fatigue and disruption to lifestyle. Alternatively, this may be SAD, especially if the symptoms are seasonal. Each of these requires further diagnosis toestablish the etiology for treatment.
 
Diagnostics to Perform
 
Diagnostics are also important to determine the cause of the problem. Initial laboratory investigations should comprise complete blood count (CBC), thyroid profile (TSH, free T4), and metabolic profile (Na, K, urea, creatinine). Another tool for depression is the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) with which mental health status should be
evaluated. Other tests, including vitamin D level and cortisol level, might reveal nutrient deficiencies or adrenal disorders. Last, mental/physical health- social/psychological history will examine the effects that her homelessness has brought about on her.
 
Veteran Resources in the Community for Referral
 
Georgia Department of Veterans Service (GDVS) and the Atlanta VA Medical Center are resources available. The GDVS provides counseling, housing assistance, and employment resources for veterans. Among the services that the Atlanta VA Medical Center delivers are mental health services, therapy, and evaluations; it connects veterans with housing and financial aid. These resources ensure comprehensive care for veterans& challenges.
 
Treatment Plan and Resources Integration
The treatment plan consists of biological and psychosocial assessment and intervention. Diagnostics will rule out physical causes of hypothyroidism or anemia. An SSRI and referral to CBT may be commenced for MDD or SAD (Psychiatry Clinical Practice Guidelines, 2021). Housing instability will be taken care of using the GDVS and
the Atlanta VA housing assistance. The focus of teaching and counseling will be on medication compliance and stress management. Follow-up appointments will be made to determine the effectiveness of treatment and to refer her to other resources for support and counseling. Regular meetings with care coordinators will ensure her continued recovery and stability.
References
NICE. (2022, June 29). Overview | Depression in adults: treatment and management |
Guidance | NICE. www.nice.org.uk. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng222
Psychiatry Clinical Practice Guidelines. (2021, December 29). PsychDB.
https://www.psychdb.com/teaching/clinical-practice-guidelines-cpg

Instructions
Assignment: Healthcare Policy
A 45-year-old female has requested a

Instructions
Assignment: Healthcare Policy
A 45-year-old female has requested a copy of her 80-year-old father’s health record. She has presented POA and has a legal right to access his records. You provide a copy to the woman, but she has many questions regarding documentation of her father’s diagnosis. He has a Living Will but the daughter does not have the right to make medical decisions. He was admitted to the ICU last week from the skilled nursing facility. When discharged, he was transferred to a long-term care facility that is part of the same healthcare system.
Assignment Instructions
In a 4-page report:
Explain the continuum of healthcare delivery across systems and services. Use the case scenario to provide examples of the continuum of care in a healthcare system.
Evaluate the case and impact of policies on healthcare delivery.
Determine at least one (1) federal level, one (1) state level, and one (1) local level healthcare policy that may impact the case.
Interpret each policy, in relation to the case. (Explain how each policy is relevant to the case scenario) and justify your rationale for applicable policies.
Evaluate and discuss the impact of the patient’s age, relationship with the requestor, and POA for health record access.
Assess the impact of a Living Will and explain in detail why the daughter may/may not have the right to make medical decisions.
Evaluate how the policy affects national and global health delivery systems, both directly and indirectly.

PBHE 215 – Healthcare: Moral Issues
Instructions
Darr writes, ” To transform the

PBHE 215 – Healthcare: Moral Issues
Instructions
Darr writes, ” To transform the organization so that its culture is a living reflection of values that facilitate the mission and vision, management must know what values are present in the culture” (2011, p. 56).
Create a hypothetical organizational philosophy statement. Include a mission statement, vision statement, and core principles/values. Assignments are to be a minimum of 2 full pages of text and 3 reputable references in proper APA format.
Reference:
Darr, K. (2011). Ethics in Health Services Management. (5th Edition). Baltimore, MD: Health Professions Press, Inc.
Please ensure you cite your references in APA format with a minimum of 3 references

you will submit two discussio responses for these two discussion replies with ea

you will submit two discussio responses for these two discussion replies with each response being 250 words

A case study is meant to show your ability to apply course concepts to the given

A case study is meant to show your ability to apply course concepts to the given scenario. You are expected to use theories, vocabulary, and examples to answer the questions given in the case study. Your paper should be written in clear and concise language that shows your ability to comprehend course material and relate it to problems. A case study is an APA formatted essay on a particular topic. The paper is to be 4-5 pages not including the title or reference pages. A effective case study essay must contain the following: 
Introduction 
This should not exceed 350 words and should contain a brief overview of the case study. The introduction should motivate and describe the issue being studied and summarize the main findings. 
Case Description 
This should a short overview of the case, including the role of the people and institutions involved and how the information was analyzed.  
Discussion and Evaluation 2-3 pages (See specific prompts below)
This is the body of the case study where you would answer all the questions from the case study in an essay format. 
Conclusion 
The conclusion should offer a brief recapitulation of the main points made in your case study. 
Address the following questions in the “Discussion and Evaluation” section of your paper:  
What were the most pressing issues causing Dr. Pate and his leadership team to pursue transformational change?  
In what ways did Dr. Pate and his team demonstrate transformational leadership?  
What evidence shows that St. Luke’s stakeholders demonstrated effective teamwork in pursuing transformational change?  
How can transformation leadership help to mitigate the social determinants of health at St Luke’s?  
How can the leadership team address the goals of Triple Aim effectively during the transformation process?