Case vignette
Connecting a patient with community resources.
Connecting a patient with community resources.
An elderly patient reports feeling isolated and lonely.
Things to consider.
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Patients not following through on health goals can be seen as non-adherence, but the reasons can range from lack of access to social support, finances, transportation, or adequate resources.
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Loneliness can interfere with patients taking care of their health. Finding ways to pair socializing with activities such as physical movement or meals can help improve both physical and emotional health.
Question to think about:
How can you better understand what gets in the way of your patients pursuing their health goals?