Ethical dilemmas in the human service profession are complex and it sometimes involves conflicting views and various ways of finding the best solutions. What Ethical Issues you may Encounter In the case of Bob: Bob has been diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder; he has developed symptoms such as: insomnia, hopelessness, sadness, lethargy and depression. Bob’s case worker Felicita is now proposing to double the number of sessions Bob attends per week to make sure that her client progresses during his treatments. Felicita has made this decision based on the symptoms that Bob has been displaying. Felicita’s assessments of Bob’s substance abuse disorder with occurring depression, Felicita’s feels that doubling up on Bob’s treatment sessions will help Bob’s progress.
The case study of Steve Jackson and the Kirkpatrick Mental Health Center (KMHC) is a complicated and detailed case. The Kirkpatrick Mental Health Center is under the leadership of Steve Jackson. For the past couple of years, the staff and Steve have attempted to reorganize their efforts to address service demands and to efficiently carry out the mission of the center. The mission of the Kirkpatrick Mental Health Center is “to provide for the mental health needs of the community and serve in a leadership role for the development of community-based mental health services. Unfortunately, for particularly the past six months, the center has seemed to be lacking success with upholding their mission.
Unit 202 Using enquiry and investigative techniques to solve problems Dementia Awareness Over the following two weeks i am going to conduct a research study focused on people living with dementia. I have chosen this topic due to the lack of awareness of the disease and its effects on people living with dementia, despite how common it is among the population. Plan Enquiry questions; · What is dementia? · Is there a cure for dementia? · What are the common signs and symptoms of dementia?
The Care Certificate was created as a result of the Cavendish Review which was published in July 2013. This review was part of the response to the Francis Inquiry into the failings of care at the Mid-Staffordshire NHS Trust. The Cavendish Review found that the training and development of healthcare assistants and adult social care workers was often not consistent or good enough. Cavendish proposed that a new ‘Certificate of Fundamental Care’ be created to improve this and this resulted in the ‘Care Certificate’. The Care Certificate covers the learning outcomes, competencies and
* * * * * * * * Examination of Clinical Psychology Paper CC PSY 480 April 8. 2013 Dr. Stephany Lewis History The definition of psychology according to Plante (2011, p. 5) is an effort to take part in the principle and concept of psychology to have a clearer understanding; to “predict, and alleviate intellectual, emotional, biological, psychological, social, and behavioral aspects of human functioning’’. Within the same definition effort Plante also indicated the purpose of clinical psychology refers to “the aspect of psychological science and practice concerned with the analysis, treatment, and prevention of human psychological disabilities and with the enhancing of personal adjustment and effectiveness.” Plante stated these aspects in clinical psychology; many would contradict opinion regard to the actual functioning of clinical psychology, acquiring limited understanding of difficulties individuals experience with an attempt to assist in a clinical environment. When attempting to argue the historic approach to clinical psychology, individuals are encouraged to consider the nature and the evolution process of the human actions. In the beginning, humans gained cognitive skills, were able to correctly physically maneuver, and seek the way to better life for oneself.
The organization has a strong base, but recent process improvements have had mixed results. The work force may not be being trained and utilized properly; therefore I would recommend that current policies, procedures and proposed improvements be further scrutinized by management. References Tubbs, S.L., Husby, B., & Jensen, L. (2009, September). Integrating Leadership Development and Continuous Improvement Practices in Healthcare Organizations. Journal of American Academy of Business, 15(1), 279-286.
“ Why More Practices are Merging Behavioral Health and Primary Care” Produced by Sandy Hansman Interview with University of Washington’s Psychiatrist , Jurgen Unutzer,M.D., Commonwealth Fund Physician, Pamela riley,M.D., Deborah Bachrach ,a partner with Manatt, Phelps and Phillips. 3.) Team Care Program was developed through a 25 year multidisciplinary collaboration between the University of Washington and the Group Health Research Institute. Diabetic patients who suffer from depression are more likely not to exercise, take their medications or eat right ., Management of this high risk population will improve access to care, decrease costs. 4.)
Identify at least 3 trends in nursing from Module 1 handout or video and their implications for the future of nursing (5 points) In the handout & video of History of Nursing and Theory (p. 6) the trend discussed in the 1970’s still continues today, nurses are continuing to address the issue of better wages and better working conditions. There continues to be a nursing shortage due to baby boomers who are retiring that were in the nursing field. This situation creates a nursing shortage in the clinical field which decreases quality of care to patients (p. 7). As discussed in DEC Handout, it is important to practice responsibility, accountability, and provide quality nursing care. Provide patient centered care that involves patient safety, advocacy for the patient and collaboration with other health care providers.
My Vision for Social Change Walden University Social Change Social change is part of my professional and academic goal because, I have watch patient over the years and seen how patient are affected by their health diagnosis mentally and physically and some patient and there family really don’t know how to handle or cope with their diagnosis. Mental Health help client people understand and help them with different technique on how to accept different life issue. Just thinking that Nursing was the only way of making a different not knowing anything about Psychology until start my journey in nursing school and taking Psychology class then realizing that Nursing is not the only way to help people. So, in this aspect my career change into
Motivation for Lifestyle Change in Mental Health Clients Leisa J. Crawley February Walden University Abstract The role of nutrition and exercise in the remediation of mental health symptoms has been identified in recent years. The biological, cognitive and social factors which influence the acquisition of mental health issues are discussed. A multi modal intervention plan which identifies and addresses motivational issues related to the life style change process is suggested. Motivation and Lifestyle Changes In Mental Health Clients In recent years the link between chronic and life threatening illnesses and lifestyle has become common knowledge. However, “the relationship between lifestyle and mental health has not been as widely identified or accepted within the fields of medicine or psychology (Bottomley & Mckeown 2008) until recently.