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Depression
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Friends and relatives may have died. Loss of independence, feel shame, self-disgust, or embarassment in appearance or abilities
Can be treated w/ medication/ therapy |
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Substance Abuse and Medication Errors
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May contribute to deterioration of physical or mental health, may cause AMS
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Elder Abuse and Neglect
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Any type of injury, and not getting adequate care
EMS are to report this and get patient to hospital |
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Financial Concerns
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As a result inadequate medical care, food, safety, or shelter
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Common Illness and Injuries
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COPD, pulmonary embolism, heart attack, heart failure, cardiac dysrhythmias, aortic aneurysms, hypertension, stoke, diabetes, gastointestinal bleeding, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, urinary tract, prone to hypothermia
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Trauma
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Includes burns, falls, vehicle collisions. MOI can be less significant. medication may make minor wounds difficult.
For safety: reduce the temp. of hot water, use nonskid rugs and installing hand holds in the shower |
