University:
West Coast University
Course:
NURS 110 | Introduction to Professional Nursing
Academic year:

2022
Views:

235

Pages:

1
Author:

Kolten Khan

ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: Nursing Skill STUDENT NAME _____________________________________ 6 (book) mental status examination SKILL NAME____________________________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________ Description of Skill use to describe an assessment of strictly the cognitive aspects of functioning Indications patients who are being admitted for mental health disorders Outcomes/Evaluation pt will be able to answer and be assessed for all categories needed if patient is found to be unstable, proper interventions will be used to treat patient Potential Complications -pt is unable to focus and becomes manic during interview ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES CONSIDERATIONS Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post) ask about/assess: -orientation to time & place -attention and recall -recent memory -naming objects -ability to follow simple commands -ability to use language correctly and concentrate Client Education this exam will help the nurse assess the patients mental status to decide on upcoming interventions. Nursing Interventions -stop and reschedule interview THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE A9