Diagnosis of Hyperthyroidism Case Study 2022
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Running head: CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
Name of the Student:
Name of the University:
Author Note:
CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
Name of the Student:
Name of the University:
Author Note:
CASE STUDY ANALYSIS1
Case conceptualization:
The provided case scenario deals with Ann Washington who is a 36 year old African
American female who was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism in the year 2016. The client has 3
children and lives independently with her husband. However, lately she has been
experiencing mood swings, fatigue and symptoms of depression and anxiety. Further, despite
the support being extended from her family and friends, the patient has not been able to cope
with the symptoms of her illness. This paper intends to critically analyse the presenting
complaints of the patient and make use of the integrative model of wellness to devise a care
plan that covers the holistic needs of the patient and promotes positive recovery.
Theoretical Orientation and Evidence based treatment:
The evidence base suggests that the Integrated Recovery Oriented Model is
specifically devised for mental health patients and focuses on enhancing the individual
health, wellness and promote social inclusion outcomes by improving access to evidence
based psychological interventions (Frost et al., 2017; Blount & Mullen, 2019). It should be
noted in this regard that the applied evidence based psychological interventions within a
specific care service supports recovery and wellness both as a process as well as the holistic
outcome. As stated by Foster et al. (2016), the Integrated Recovery Oriented model takes into
consideration the changing recovery needs of the concerned patient and focuses on
application of the supportive framework that help foster hope and accelerate the process of
functional recovery.
On analysing the case scenario, it can be stated that the mental wellness of the patient
is negatively affected on account of the poor symptom management of her existing physical
health condition. Typically symptoms of mood swings, weight gain, sensitivity to cold and
fatigue has also reduced her social interaction level. As suggested by Reeck, Ames &
Case conceptualization:
The provided case scenario deals with Ann Washington who is a 36 year old African
American female who was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism in the year 2016. The client has 3
children and lives independently with her husband. However, lately she has been
experiencing mood swings, fatigue and symptoms of depression and anxiety. Further, despite
the support being extended from her family and friends, the patient has not been able to cope
with the symptoms of her illness. This paper intends to critically analyse the presenting
complaints of the patient and make use of the integrative model of wellness to devise a care
plan that covers the holistic needs of the patient and promotes positive recovery.
Theoretical Orientation and Evidence based treatment:
The evidence base suggests that the Integrated Recovery Oriented Model is
specifically devised for mental health patients and focuses on enhancing the individual
health, wellness and promote social inclusion outcomes by improving access to evidence
based psychological interventions (Frost et al., 2017; Blount & Mullen, 2019). It should be
noted in this regard that the applied evidence based psychological interventions within a
specific care service supports recovery and wellness both as a process as well as the holistic
outcome. As stated by Foster et al. (2016), the Integrated Recovery Oriented model takes into
consideration the changing recovery needs of the concerned patient and focuses on
application of the supportive framework that help foster hope and accelerate the process of
functional recovery.
On analysing the case scenario, it can be stated that the mental wellness of the patient
is negatively affected on account of the poor symptom management of her existing physical
health condition. Typically symptoms of mood swings, weight gain, sensitivity to cold and
fatigue has also reduced her social interaction level. As suggested by Reeck, Ames &
CASE STUDY ANALYSIS2
Ochsner (2016), the core IRM components include, remediation of functioning, collaborative
restoration of skill set, reconnecting with the community and remediation of functioning. As
can be inferred from the provided case scenario the patient has an extremely understanding
partner and a group of friends but the diagnosis of Hyperthyroidism has made it difficult for
her to cope with her mood swings. Also, she states that before the diagnosis she was actively
engaged with religious activities and the Church, however after her diagnosis her level of
social interaction has declined to a significant extent. In order to foster wellness, a strength
based approach would be adapted. The rationale for the same can be explained as the positive
outcome associated with the application of a strength based approach (Luna et al., 2015).
Further, the client’s partner and her friends would be actively involved in the care process so
as to facilitate recovery. In addition to this, the client would also be referred to a
psychotherapist who would make use of motivational counselling in order to foster positive
recovery (Klainin-Yobas et al., 2015; Barth et al., 2016). Also, the patient would be
encouraged to participate in religious activities and attend church so as to alleviate her mood
and feel positive which would subsequently accelerate her recovery process (Barth et al.,
2016).
Ethical issues:
In this case, the ethical considerations of protecting patient confidentiality was
maintained. Also, before commencing the treatment process, consent was sought from the
patient and the patient was actively involved in the entire treatment process so as ensure that
devised care did not violate the individual expectations of the client (Barth et al., 2016).
Multi-cultural factors:
As revealed by the case scenario, the patient hails from the African American
Community which treats mental health as a predominant stigma. As informed by the evidence
Ochsner (2016), the core IRM components include, remediation of functioning, collaborative
restoration of skill set, reconnecting with the community and remediation of functioning. As
can be inferred from the provided case scenario the patient has an extremely understanding
partner and a group of friends but the diagnosis of Hyperthyroidism has made it difficult for
her to cope with her mood swings. Also, she states that before the diagnosis she was actively
engaged with religious activities and the Church, however after her diagnosis her level of
social interaction has declined to a significant extent. In order to foster wellness, a strength
based approach would be adapted. The rationale for the same can be explained as the positive
outcome associated with the application of a strength based approach (Luna et al., 2015).
Further, the client’s partner and her friends would be actively involved in the care process so
as to facilitate recovery. In addition to this, the client would also be referred to a
psychotherapist who would make use of motivational counselling in order to foster positive
recovery (Klainin-Yobas et al., 2015; Barth et al., 2016). Also, the patient would be
encouraged to participate in religious activities and attend church so as to alleviate her mood
and feel positive which would subsequently accelerate her recovery process (Barth et al.,
2016).
Ethical issues:
In this case, the ethical considerations of protecting patient confidentiality was
maintained. Also, before commencing the treatment process, consent was sought from the
patient and the patient was actively involved in the entire treatment process so as ensure that
devised care did not violate the individual expectations of the client (Barth et al., 2016).
Multi-cultural factors:
As revealed by the case scenario, the patient hails from the African American
Community which treats mental health as a predominant stigma. As informed by the evidence
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