Explanation of socioeconomic profile of a patient.
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For a hypothetical patient create a socioeconomic profile of your choice. What is the level of this patient's income, education, and work experience? How might these factors influence his/her ability to access the necessary healthcare, become engaged in self-care practices, such as modifying diet and exercise, understand the nature of the illness, treatment, and prognosis?
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The solution is a hypothetical case that explains healthcare and socioeconomic status of a patient in the emergency room.
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Patient "A" is a 28 year old female who lives in a poverty stricken area. Patient "A" is a high school graduate and currently makes approximately $1,200 per month. Patient "A" lives with roommates; they split living expenses and share food. Patient "A" has been working at the same job since graduating high school. The patient grew up in poverty and has not left that ...
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