| Thomas is a retired carpenter in his late 60s with diabetes and well-treated prostate cancer. Both his mother and sister were alcoholic and died at a younger age. He visits the GP on a regular basis and seems occupied with his health in terms of medication and monitoring blood sugar levels. However, his diabetes is badly regulated and he has significant complications in the eyes and the kidneys. The GP has tried to motivate Thomas to take better care of his diabetes in terms of eating healthier and exercising. Nonetheless, Thomas’ lifestyle is unchanged and the GP is frustrated, because the complications could have been prevented. Thomas is very happy about the collaboration with the GP. His GP feels powerless witnessing the continuing disease progression. (Dyad A) |