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- 6 pages
- Double Spaced
- APA Formatting
- Use a minimum of three scholarly sources
- Briefly define Parkinson’s Disease.
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- What physical changes occur related to the onset of the disease?
- What are the possible psychological changes with PD?
- What system(s) are affected?
- What are the treatments and therapies?
- The case study shared details that indicate Doug is no longer able to identify and resolve problems.
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- Identify two examples in the study that indicate Doug is losing this ability.
- Provide two other examples that may arise as the disease progresses that are related to identifying and resolving problems.
- Discuss possible feelings and stressors Doug may be experiencing as the disease progresses and he must rely on caregivers more.
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- Refer to the required reading list for the topics related to this assignment for ideas.
- Discuss the effects of the diagnosis of PD and its progression can have on a spouse and family (micro-level)
- Refer to the chapter and required readings regarding caregiving and caregiver burden (e.g., employment, psychological effects, financial stressors, role in the marriage, etc.).
- Locate two services in your own community that offer assistance to people with PD and their caregivers (meso-level)
- Describe the services available, cost, and eligibility requirements.
- In your opinion, are Doug and Maria eligible for the services? Explain your answer based on your findings and the knowledge of Doug and Maria.
- At the macro-level, research the state and federal programs, legislation and initiatives that affect chronic illnesses. Discuss the pros and cons of two of the following items as they affect patients and caregivers.
- Legislation and lobbying efforts (e.g., changes to the Affordable Care Act [ACA], stem-cell research, etc.)
- Requirements to qualify for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI)
- Requirements to take advantage of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Requirements to qualify for Medicaid/Medicare
- What are the requirements of these programs in terms of paying for skilled nursing for Doug? Do Doug and Maria qualify for assistance through these programs? Why or why not?
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- A program, legislation, or initiative of your finding.
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