Homelessness is defined as the condition in which (i) an individual or family lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence; or (ii) an individual or family who has a prim...
Living conditions: location, access to food, restrooms, place to store medicines, safety
Prior homelessness: causes and circumstances
Individual/family history of reactive airway diseas...
Establish rapport: Many patients will have had negative health care experiences.
Enlist community resources: mental health and substance abuse programs, free clinics, case management.
Health c...
Patients with a history of nonadherence need additional support (e.g., case manager, outreach) to succeed in ongoing care after hospital discharge.
Limited telepho...
Z59.0 Homelessness
Z59.1 Inadequate housing
Z59.8 Other problems related to housing and economic circumstances
Z59.9 Problem related to housing and economic circumstances, unsp
Z59.3 Problems r...
Permanent supportive housing is an important step toward ending homelessness, in accordance with a Housing First approach.
Assistance in gaining access to benefits or providing help to ...
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