Read the article Anatomy of Inspiration by Senge, Smith, Kruswitz, Laur, & Schley (2008). In this article, the authors discuss what it means to be an “animateur” and how leadership is strongly associated with inspiration. Reflect on and discuss your own experiences in demonstrating your ability to be an animateur. Discuss the future efforts you…
1. How does the term pharmacology differ from the term clinical pharmacology? Give examples of how nurses utilize pharmacology in clinical practice.
In completing the case study, students will be addressing the following learning objectives: Identify the levels of prevention of mental illness. Describe potential interventions for primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention of mental health problems. 1. Jim is a 10-year-old student in elementary school. The teacher is concerned that Jim may need psychological counseling and possibly…
In completing the case study, students will be addressing the following learning objectives: Define the various levels of care within inpatient treatment settings. Explain elements and methods of fostering a therapeutic milieu. 1. Robert Woods has been admitted to an inpatient psychiatric facility due to a resurgence of his manic symptoms because he has not…
In completing the case study, students will be addressing the following learning objectives: Identify the nurse’s role in caring for people undergoing electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and their families. Describe the procedure for ECT, its indications, and its potential side effects. 1. Julie Abrams, a married 45-year-old African American client, is admitted to the hospital for…
In completing the case study, students will be addressing the following learning objective: Describe the family as a system adapting to change. 1. Wanda, a 17-year-old high school senior, has been rejected by a boy in her chemistry class whom she wanted to date for the senior prom. Wanda became severely depressed and attempted suicide…
In completing the case study, students will be addressing the following learning objectives: Discuss the advantages of group therapy. Discuss the nurse’s role in working with groups. 1. Mary, a student nurse, is studying for an upcoming examination in her psychiatric–mental health nursing class. Mary is reviewing group psychiatric therapy and made some practice test…
A good response to a written question should combine your personal experiences with theory to support your work. Be thoughtful and insightful and it must demonstrate critical thinking and analysis. A good response to the question should be about 3-4 paragraphs, and address all of the issues that are raised. (Introduction, body and conclusion.) Thank…
In completing the case study, students will be addressing the following learning objective: Discuss the goals of therapeutic modalities used with individual clients. 1. Frank, a 16-year-old adolescent, is a high school sophomore. Frank is on the verge of failing his Spanish class. After his grade fell to a “D” grade, Frank procrastinated about doing…
In completing the case study, students will be addressing the following learning objective: Discuss the role of multidisciplinary teams in the care of clients. 1. A multidisciplinary team meeting is in progress for Cindy, a 21-year-old college student who has recently been diagnosed with schizophrenia. Cindy had been an excellent student on the dean’s list…
In completing the case study, students will be addressing the following learning objectives: List the key ingredients of therapeutic relationships. Contrast effective and ineffective communication techniques with clients. 1. Two student nurses are preparing for psychiatric–mental health clinical learning experiences. They decided to review the assigned reading and lecture notes from their class on therapeutic…
Complete the following timeline. Select seven events that have helped shape health care as it is today. Write a 50- to 150- word summary per event that discusses the event and its effect on the health care industry. An example has been provided for you. Health Care Through Out the Years Date Event and Significance…