Medical Assisting Practicum: Critical Thinking Case Study- Patient Care Directions: Review the information provided in the case and use it as a Medical Assistant to answer the questions below....

Medical Assisting Practicum:

Critical Thinking Case Study- Patient Care

Directions: Review the information provided in the case and use it as aMedical Assistant to answer the questions below.

Adelaide Robinson, 83 years old, has an appointment Thursday morning for a recheck of a wound she sustained after a trip and fall on her morning walk. While at the appointment, she tells you that she is moving slower than she did just six months ago, and she has noticed less flexibility as well. It has been very frustrating to her since she is very active and often babysits for her Great Grandchildren.

1. What are the possible causes of Mrs. Robinson's complaints?
2. What effect will these problems have on Mrs. Robinson's daily routine?

3. What might the physician suggest Mrs. Robinson do to help alleviate symptoms? What would your role as a Medical Assistant be to in Mrs. Robinson's continuing care?