In this case study we will discuss about chronic ailments and below are the summaries point:-
Mr. XYZ is a 72-year-old man who lives alone.
He suffers from obesity (BMI of 32), diabetes, and osteoarthritis, which limits his mobility.
He has poor health literacy, often forgets to take his medication, and avoids using his glucometer.
He feels depressed and has withdrawn from society, feeling incapable of participating in social gatherings.
He only seeks help from his neighbor and social worker when he feels the need.
He believes his general practitioner cannot help him and has lost confidence in himself.
Poor health literacy level, which affects his ability to navigate the healthcare system and understand self-care and chronic disorder management.
Poor accessibility to primary healthcare services, including geographic availability and trust in healthcare providers.