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Book: Pearson’s Comprehensive Medical Assistant Book 4th Edition
Chapter 57
MT1120 – Clinical Back Office Procedures
Critical Thinking:
Susan Schultz, an RMA at Pearson Physicians Group, is preparing Simon Aurora to be seen by Dr. Penningworth. She notes that his blood pressure is 168/92, which is much higher than his blood pressure of 122/76 that was taken last month during a sick visit. He also has lost 7 pounds since that last visit. Today Simon is being seen for a follow-up for a bilateral ear infection. While working with Simon, Susan notices that he seems edgy and that his cell phone has already rung three times in the past 10 minutes.
During the examination, Dr. Penningworth asks Simon if any changes have occurred over the past month. Simon sighs and states, “What hasn’t changed is more like it! My wife has filed for divorce, and my mother was just diagnosed with breast cancer.” How might Simon’s personal situation be taking a toll on his health?
Dr. Penningworth feels that Simon is under a great deal of stress. What are some additional signs and symptoms that Simon may have if he is stressed out?
Dr. Penningworth asks Susan to provide Simon with some information regarding stress management as well as a support group for friends and family of people diagnosed with terminal illnesses. When Susan presents this information to Simon, he states, “I don’t think I will need a support group because I have been doing a lot of extra volunteer work at my church, and I think because of that my mom will begin to feel better.” What is Simon displaying, and how should Susan handle this?
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Book: Pearson’s Comprehensive Medical Assistant Book 4th Edition Chapter 57 MT1120 – Clinical Back O
