You have a patient who only has Medicare Part A and B. She has limited income most of which is used to pay for Medicare Part B. She is in dire need of placement into a nursing home as she can no longer care for herself at home. You gleaned from your reading that long-term care needed by low-income elderly people is paid by Medicaid, and you feel your patient meets the criteria. What are the steps you would take to advocate for your patient while she is still in the acute care setting? Who are some of the other health care professionals you would collaborate with to ensure your patient receives the additional healthcare coverage she needs? Analyze the role Medicaid plays in supporting long-term care for the elderly and disabled.
Create a mental health assessment for your chosen case
Instructions Within Unit VIII, Choose ONE of the cases listed below and create a mental health assessment for your chosen case. In the assessment, you should address the following: 1. Why is your client coming for treatment? 2. What are his or her current symptoms? 3. Does he or she