Students are to refer to the case study available below, and answer the THREE
associated questions. Each question has a word limit.
The assignment is to be presented in a question/answer format, and not as an essay
(i.e. no introduction or conclusion). You must use sentences. DO NOT use dot
points. Each answer must be supported by appropriate academic sources. Students
should follow the recommended formatting for academic papers
http://students.acu.edu.au/308971 Students must provide in-text referencing and a
reference list must be provided at the end of the assignment.
A minimum of (6) six academic references and (2) two websites are required
for this assessment task.
Case Study
Dylan Walz has been bought to the mental health unit for assessment. He is
accompanied by a work colleague. Dylan presents as a tall, slim man, who looks his
stated age. His hair is short and it is evident that he has not shaved for several days.
His work clothes are slightly soiled and he is wearing black boots. He mostly gazes
downward towards his feet, making eye contact sporadically with staff.
Documents:
1. The following information is from the letter that was sent to the Mental Health Unit
by the GP.
Dear Doctor,
Thank you for seeing 26 year old Dylan Walz. Dylan has been to see me on several
occasions this past two months requesting a sick certificate for time off work because
he has not been able to sleep. He says that he is not able to sleep because of noises
in the ceiling. He says sometimes the noises are like scratching and other times he
hears muffled voices. He has not wanted to use medication to assist with sleep. I
have noted a slight weight loss but can find no organic cause. He reports that he is
concerned by poisons that might be in the food and prefers to eat canned food. At
his last visit I noted his mood was euthymic and affect blunted.
He denies illegal drug use and reports he doesn’t drink alcohol. He says he likes his
job at Coles and feels they are the only people he can trust.
Regards,
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