What condition do the lab reports point toward? Which assessment findings are typical of an older adult with the condition in Question 1? Considering her history and laboratory results, what other condition is a possibility?

1. Do you have any evidence that depression is possible?
2. How can you assess Eugene’s baseline functional status?
3. Eugene uses what coping methods?
4. Who are Eugene’s support system, and how can they help him?
5. Eugene talks about what evidence you have heard of anxiety.
6. What are Eugene’s strengths and weaknesses?

Case Study: Eugene

Eugene is a 63-year-old man who is being admitted to the inpatient psychiatric unit after presenting to the emergency department with complaints of feeling “overwhelmed and anxious.” According to Eugene, he has been experiencing a lot of stress and has been feeling down for the past several months. Eugene reports sleeping difficulties, decreased appetite and lack of interest in the activities he once enjoyed. Eugene is a recovering alcoholic and has been clean for 10 years. Eugene also suffers from hypertension, and he takes medication to treat it.

1. Do you see any evidence that could indicate depression? Some of the evidence that may be indicative of depression includes Eugene’s complaints of feeling “overwhelmed and anxious,” difficulty sleeping, decreased appetite, and a lack of interest in activities that he used to enjoy.
2. How can you assess Eugene’s baseline functional status? Assessing Eugene’s baseline functional status can be done by taking a detailed history of his activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and social and occupational functioning. You can assess his self-care abilities, such as how he bathes, dresses, and grooms, as well his ability manage his household, finances, and transportation. Also, it is possible to assess his occupational history and social support systems, as well as his recreational activities, in order to determine his functional level.
3. Eugene uses what coping methods? Based on the provided information, it is unclear what Eugene uses as a coping strategy. An extensive assessment of Eugene’s stress management strategies should be done.
4. Who are Eugene’s support system, and how can they help him? It is not clear from the information provided who Eugene’s support system is. An extensive assessment will identify Eugene’s support system. It could be his friends, family, the community, or mental health professionals. You can offer emotional support, help with everyday tasks and resources to manage your mental health.
5. Eugene’s talk about anxiety reveals what evidence you might hear. Eugene’s complaints of feeling “overwhelmed and anxious” are evidence of anxiety.
6. What are Eugene’s strengths and weaknesses? Eugene’s strengths and weaknesses are not clear from the information provided. A comprehensive evaluation should cover Eugene’s strengths and limitations. This could include his capacity to deal with stress and level of support.