How might these socioeconomic factors influence his

Topic 1: Disease Process

For a hypothetical patient who has the disease you selected, create a socioeconomic profile of your choice.

1. What is the level of this patient’s income, education, work experience, and cultural influences?
2. How might these socioeconomic factors influence his or her ability to access the necessary healthcare?
3. How can the patient engage in self-care practices, such as modifying diet and exercise, and understand the nature of the illness, treatment, and prognosis?
4. What healthcare services for this disease does the patient has access to?

Topic 2: Healthcare Profession

Identify the education and training of the healthcare professional you selected to study and answer the following:

• What is the interface between this profession and other healthcare providers?
• Who might their superior be in the healthcare network?
• Who might their peers be? Colleagues? Subordinates?
• What referral patterns might exist for this professional?

Remember this is a high stakes assignment. Review the rubric prior to completion to ensure you have covered all the necessary points.

Submission Details

• Support your responses with examples.
• Cite any sources in APA format.
• Post your response to the Submissions Area by the due date assigned.
• Submit your answers in a 4- to 5-page Microsoft Word document. Support your answers with appropriate examples and research. Cite all references in APA format.
• Name your document SU_HCM2005_W3_A2_LastName_FirstInitial.doc.

P.S. I never did the assignment in week one so you can do whatever you want!