Vulnerable Populations: Mental Health

This Simulated Patient Encounter maps to Scenario COM 10 – Tyler Morgan – Vulnerable Populations on the Elsevier Evolve Platform

Tyler Morgan is a 28-year-old Caucasian male with a history of mental illness, drug abuse, and incarceration for drug trafficking. He came into the clinic 6 months ago for flu-like symptoms. He was tested for HIV and results came back positive but he did not return for follow-up. He has returned to the health clinic accompanied by his mother. During this scenario, learners must assess, plan, and provide nursing care for a patient with HIV.

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Learning Objectives

– Conduct appropriate assessments
– Assess patient’s understanding of diagnosis and treatment options
– Determine changes in psychological needs
– Conduct ordered tests
– Effectively communicate with patient and family