Assignment: Older Adults Patient Education Issues Essay and Interview
Write a 500 to 750 words essay on the influence patient education has in health care using the experiences of a patient. Interview a friend or family member about that person's experiences with the health care system. You may develop your own list of questions.
Suggested interview questions:
a. Did a patient education representative give you instructions on how to care for yourself after your illness or operation?
b. Did a health care professional, pharmacist, nurse, doctor, or elder counselor advise you on your medication, diet, or exercise?
c. Who assisted you at home after your illness or operation?
d. Do you know of any assistance services, i.e., food, transportation, medication, that would help you stay in your home as you get older?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
(1) The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
(2) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
(3) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.