...Psychiatric Mental Health (PMH) Nurse is a speciality of nursing which includes caring for individuals, families, and communities with mental illnesses as well as those in mental distress based on their assessment of mental health needs. It involves not only understanding the basis of neurobiological processes and its relation to mental health but also focusing on developmental health and how it affects an individual. The nurse must also be able to integrate physical components of nursing while using holistic approaches to care which focuses on an individual’s needs as a whole and appeals to social, physical, environmental, and psychological aspects The nurse is capable of assessing, diagnosing and treating individuals with mental illness or those with the potential of having an illness. The core of this particular field is to develop therapeutic relationships and communication with the clients while interventions based on needs of the clients. The concept of nursing began in the pre-historic times during 5th Century BC where people believed spirit had possessed one’s body, and as result, had to be “driven out”. During the middle ages, individuals with mental illness were confined to mental asylums as superstitions circulated that they possessed mysticism or were involved...
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...MHF Module: Investing In Mental Health Mental Health Worksheet Part 1 Research mental health in a a country other than the United States. An example of a mental heath problem is provided below. |Example: | |According to the World Health Organization (2005) Botswana, Africa, spends only 1% of the country’s health budget on mental health. The | |country does offer locations in communities for the training of mental health nurses. There are also community care facilities for | |patients suffering from mental disorders. However; due to a lack of psychiatrists in the country, the mental health trained nurses are | |responsible for all aspects of mental health services for the population. These nurses are also responsible for training others in mental | |health. According to the World Health Organization there are only 1.1 psychiatric beds per 10,000 people and only .7 beds in mental | |hospitals, the rest being in general hospitals. In 2005, there were only .3 psychologists and 3 social workers per 100,000 people, the | |country did not have any neurologists and doctors had to come from neighboring countries to help with the mental health needs of Botswana. | Select a country and a mental health issues within that contry. Then compose a 150- to 200- word description of the probem (...
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...As a seasoned geriatric and psychiatric nurse practitioner in the specialty practice of psychiatric care I see a need to improve team collaboration via mentorship to benefit both team and patient. My quality improvement project (“not etched in marble”) seeks to evaluate the utility and integration of past and present psychiatric practice models. This project will look at present state of affairs as it relates to psychiatric care access, as well as, the historical context of the stigma of psychiatric care. I hope to convincingly demonstrate the importance of psychiatric nurse mentorship as it relates to comprehensive team oriented care which can then result in improved outcomes and best practices. Psychiatric Nurse practitioners can...
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...related with health care system and to have better understandings and abilities to effectively deal with the problems. Accordingly, there are also significant issues affecting mental health, which should be investigated. The major findings and recommendations of the Garling Report will be overviewed and also the nursing and workforce issues will be explored. Furthermore, drug and alcohol abuse and lack of resources will be explored and recommendation for a new Registered Nurse will be drawn. Garling Report (2008) indicates that New South Wales (NSW) public hospitals have one of the better health care systems in the developed world, because they have well-trained, skilled and dedicated doctors, nurses and clinical staffs. On the other hand, NSW health care systems are too often unable to cope with the increasing cost of treatment, sudden increase in patients, and the pressures on a skilled workforce (Garling Report, 2008). Notably, there is a serious shortage of workforce including medical, nursing, and allied health professionals (Garling Report, 2008). Furthermore, there are insufficient experienced clinical staffs who can supervise and guide inexperienced clinical staffs, and in this environment, it makes difficult to provide safety of the patient and the quality of patient care (Garling Report, 2008). Especially, a skilled workforce is significantly insufficient in rural/remote areas (Garling Report, 2008). Moreover, the culture endemic in NSW health is an unhealthy...
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...Didion University of Phoenix The burden of mental illness in the United States is among the highest of all diseases, and mental disorders are among the most common causes of disability. The first goal of this paper is the examination of the vulnerable population of the mentally ill. Second, this paper will review the goals and agenda of Healthy People 2020 as it applies to mental illness. Third, this paper will review my work place assessment for barriers for the care and treatment of mentally ill patients. Finally, this paper will review a short presentation I gave to co-workers in an effort to aid in better treatment for the mentally ill. Recent figures suggest that in 2004, approximately 1 in 4 adults in the United States had had a mental health disorder in the past year, most commonly anxiety or depression ("Healthy People 2020 ", n.d.).. It is estimated that only about 17% of U.S. adults are considered to be in a state of optimal mental health ("Healthy People 2020 ", n.d.). An estimated 26% of Americans age 18 and older are living with a mental health disorder in any given year, and 46% will have a mental health disorder over the course of their lifetime ("Healthy People 2020 ", n.d.). Mental health disorders often have a serious impact on physical health and are associated with the prevalence, progression, and outcome of some of today’s most pressing chronic diseases including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Mental health disorders can have harmful and long-lasting...
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...population and self-awareness paper Biases among the healthcare personnel calls for self-awareness in order for them to understand how such biases affect delivery of healthcare to vulnerable groups such as mentally ill. Self-awareness is a conscious process that creates personal understanding. It enables them to determine their strengths and limitations, emotional understanding and their behavior with others in a mental health environment. Development of self-awareness enables the health providers to take control of situations. This provides a genuine, authentic and honest presentation of the mental healthcare nurses (Tusaie, 2013). The vulnerable group to be discussed is the depressed mentally ill population. Depression is a chronic disease that significantly affects American’s health and productivity. Demographics of the depressed Depression affects over 21 million people, including children and adults in America. It is the leading major cause of disability for people in the age of between 15 and 44. This is according to the report of the Mental Health America and Thomson Healthcare. More so, depression with anxiety is experienced by approximately 9.6% of Americans and 2.6% without anxiety. The prevalence of mixed anxiety and depressive disorder is relatively more in women than in men. Overall, occurrence of depression is 1 in every 10 adults at a given time. Further, almost one in 20 people at a particular time experience major depression. Depression is also diagnosed...
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...Introduction: I visited The Centers of Marion County Mental Health, which is a facility that treats mental health patients as well as patients that need detoxification services. The facility has both in-patient and out-patient programs that counsel and treat both adults and children that deal with mental health diagnosis such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, depression, and much more. The mission of the centers is to “offer a wide variety of behavioral health care services designed to help people of all ages reach their highest level of functioning.” (The Centers Web Site) Services Acute Care Services The facility offers acute care services. The acute care ward includes 24 hour assessment services, inpatient crisis stabilization (for adults and children), and detoxification. Inpatient crisis stabilization services provides short-term inpatient care for those experiencing acute emotional disturbances. Treatment may consist of medication, as well as individual and group counseling. Detoxification services consist of inpatient and outpatient detoxification treatment for alcohol and drugs. Referral for longer term residential treatment is provided where needed. Adolescent Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Services The Centers’ Adolescent Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Facility is a patient- centered, holistic model where youth, ages 13-17 and their families receive individual and group ...
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...MHF Module: Investing In Mental Health Mental Health Worksheet Part 1 Research mental health in a a country other than the United States. An example of a mental heath problem is provided below. Example: According to the World Health Organization (2005) Botswana, Africa, spends only 1% of the country’s health budget on mental health. The country does offer locations in communities for the training of mental health nurses. There are also community care facilities for patients suffering from mental disorders. However; due to a lack of psychiatrists in the country, the mental health trained nurses are responsible for all aspects of mental health services for the population. These nurses are also responsible for training others in mental health. According to the World Health Organization there are only 1.1 psychiatric beds per 10,000 people and only .7 beds in mental hospitals, the rest being in general hospitals. In 2005, there were only .3 psychologists and 3 social workers per 100,000 people, the country did not have any neurologists and doctors had to come from neighboring countries to help with the mental health needs of Botswana. Select a country and a mental health issues within that contry. Then compose a 150- to 200- word description of the probem ( in the box provided below). Be sure to include an outline of the mental health problems that exist in the country you chose and how mental health is being promoted or how it might be promoted...
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...1. Describe the role of the nurse as an advocate and provider of care for the child/adolescent client. As a psychiatric nurse for children and adolescent, one must be prepared for anything. They must be very well versed in clinical practices, public policy and research. Every day there is new therapies, drugs, and behavior modification. The nurse should keep up to date with these new researches to provide the quality care needed for the children. They should provide a therapeutic environment for the client. A safe environment allows the patient to feel safe and get the therapy needed to get better. They assist the patient with self-care activities that promote the client to freely and safely express feelings. The nurse administering and monitors psychobiologic treatment regimes. They ensure that the client takes medication on time and does not pocket the medication. Health teach is important subject for children to learn. The nurse provides nutrition information, positive coping strategies, and prevention of further disabilities. Crisis intervention and management is also addressed to clients and clients family. The nurse ensures that the client is getting the best possible treatment and not overmedicating. They protect the client from any abuse that may be going on in the home by reporting, teaching the client who to call if abuse continues upon dismissal, and monitoring clients while in treatment facility. 2. In addiction to nursing, describe support provided by the interdisciplinary...
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...Bipolar Disorder Resources Bipolar Disorder Resources When you struggle with Bipolar Disorder, you will often feel alone. It is more common in our present day to be aware of any mental disorders and is more accepted. There are local organizations to help aide in dealing with bipolar disorder. The worldwide internet makes it even easier to find help if you are struggling. You can gain access to these organizations by simply researching the disorder. Understanding Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder is something that is prevalent in many late teens or adults. According to "Cultural Aspects of Bipolar Disorder: Interpersonal Meaning for Clients & Psychiatric Nurses." (2007), "symptoms of the disorder cause a multitude of fluctuations in mood and behavior, affecting the way individuals function and interact with others on a daily basis.” The individual with this disorder could fluctuate between manic episodes or depression. To be characterized with bipolar disorder, the symptoms or mood changes have to be frequent and measurable. It can be difficult to diagnose bipolar disorder, because many of the symptoms can be linked to other disorders. Bipolar Disorder in Different Cultures “Bipolar disorder affects more than 1% of the world's population irrespective of nationality, ethnic origin, or socioeconomic status” (“Bipolar Disorder,” 2015, para. 1). Since this disorder can be diagnosed in any part of the world, the symptoms can differ from patient to patient based...
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... You will need to utilize the following chapters (31-38) in the Stanhope and Lancaster book to assist you with this assignment. Name: Trevalla Eggleston__________________ Date: _04/11/2013__________________ I. Complete the following activities which will count for a total of 50 points 1. Complete the following table. (Type your answers into the table.) (10 points /.5 each) |Vulnerable Population |Common Health Problems |Identify Health Strategies to improve health | |Poor and Homeless |HIV/AIDS; substance abuse;depression;COPD;Musculoskeleral|Preventative services related to homelessness | | |problems; malnutrition; tuberculosis; mental/psychiatric |include providing adequate housing, education | | |illness |on proper dieting, shelter, and free or | | | |affordable health care. | |Pregnant Adolescents |Low pregnancy birth rates; sexual transmitted infections |Provide services for adolescents that are | | | |pregnant. Provide education on sexual | | | |transmitted infections...
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...MHF Module: Investing In Mental Health Mental Health Worksheet Part 1 Research mental health in a a country other than the United States. An example of a mental heath problem is provided below. |Example: | |According to the World Health Organization (2005) Botswana, Africa, spends only 1% of the country’s health budget on mental health. The | |country does offer locations in communities for the training of mental health nurses. There are also community care facilities for | |patients suffering from mental disorders. However; due to a lack of psychiatrists in the country, the mental health trained nurses are | |responsible for all aspects of mental health services for the population. These nurses are also responsible for training others in mental | |health. According to the World Health Organization there are only 1.1 psychiatric beds per 10,000 people and only .7 beds in mental | |hospitals, the rest being in general hospitals. In 2005, there were only .3 psychologists and 3 social workers per 100,000 people, the | |country did not have any neurologists and doctors had to come from neighboring countries to help with the mental health needs of Botswana. | Select a country and a mental health issues within that contry. Then compose a 150- to 200- word description of the probem (...
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...herself. Rose’s stepsister is a selfish person. Rose expresses the experience she went through even as an adult. Julia was the stepsister from hell. Rose's romantic and sexual relationships with men were unsuccessful. At age 15, she endured a rape which left her considerably psychologically unstable. However, by high school graduation, she found happiness and security with her sweetheart with whom she was about to marry. That joy proved short-lived, unfortunately, when her fiancé gets killed in an automobile accident. Rose's stepmother encourages her to marry a newly divorced man 20 years her senior. Returning to the rape, that made Rose mentally unstable. She was angry was society. Doctors would diagnose her with a mental illness and linked everything to a mental disorder. A probable erroneous diagnosis would be somewhat trivial comparing to other things. Talking...
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...governance practice and has shown that its programs and activities align with their mission. “Empowering youth to overcome barriers and strive towards healthy and self-sufficient lives” is the mission statement of Services, Inc. Services accomplishes their mission by providing integrated mental health, medical and family planning, and case management services in a manner sensitive to adolescents. They also offer a special prenatal program that offers services by a prenatal specialist, nurse midwife, and nurse practitioner. The program also offers nutritional counseling and an outreach program offers classes, support, and education. Mental health services provide individual, group, and family counseling either through their organization or at St. Paul schools that are designed to treat adolescent issues and problems such as depression, school issues, relationship problems, abuse, family problems, and stress. Services also offer a variety of support groups. In addition, they provide services specifically to homeless, runaway, and at-risk youth through . is a drop-in outreach center located in Downtown St. Paul that provides a variety of services including case management, counseling, mental health services, GED preparation, food, clothing, transportation, advocacy, and referrals to help them find housing...
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...2010;13:116-124 Mental Health Stigma: What is being done to raise awareness and reduce stigma in South Africa? 1 R Kakuma1,2,3, S Kleintjes3, C Lund3, N Drew4, A Green5, AJ Flisher3,6, MHaPP Research Programme Consortium7 Health Systems Research and Consulting Unit, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto, Canada 2Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Canada 3Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health, University of Cape Town, South Africa 4Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland 5Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development (NCIHD), University of Leeds, United Kingdom 6Research Centre for Health Promotion, University of Bergen, Norway 7The Mental Health and Poverty Project (MHaPP) is a Research Programme Consortium (RPC) funded by the UK Department for International Development (DfID)(RPC HD6 2005- 2010) for the benefit of developing countries. The views expressed are not necessarily those of DfID. RPC members include Alan J. Flisher (Director) and Crick Lund (Co-ordinator) (University of Cape Town, Republic of South Africa (RSA)); Therese Agossou, Natalie Drew, Edwige Faydi and Michelle Funk (World Health Organization); Arvin Bhana (Human Sciences Research Council, RSA); Victor Doku (Kintampo Health Research Centre, Ghana); Andrew Green and Mayeh Omar (University of Leeds, UK); Fred Kigozi (Butabika Hospital, Uganda); Martin Knapp (University of London, UK); John Mayeya (Ministry of Health, Zambia);...
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