preparation for placement in the mental health sector

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  • students

    • understanding client presentation
    • role of the exercise physiologist
    • being a student on a mh place

  • facilitators

    • Overview
    • Module One
    • Module Two
    • Module Three
    • Module Four

  • resources

    • Psychopathology
    • Meds & Other Treatment Options
    • Mental Health Legislation
    • Glossary of Terms
    • Language
    • Stigma
    • Recovery
    • Communication Tips
    • Resources

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    Listen to the audio before attempting the questions below.

     

    Remember you can refer to the resources section at anytime

    What is ECT?

    antipsychotic drug with extreme side effects
    resources
    injection of antipsychotics
    inducing of seizures
    inducing of sleep

    Are mental health professionals allowed to give ECT to patients without their consent?

    yes, at any time
    no, never
    yes, with permission from the mental health review tribunal
    no, they must get informed consent for ECT in writing

    Based on the video, what risk factors does Tiahleigh have for Bipolar Disorder?

    smoker, Aboriginal, high stress environment
    hypertension, smoker, Aboriginal
    elevated triglycerides, hypertension, metabolic syndrome
    obesity, smoking, hypertension & high stress environment

    What additional referrals would you consider appropriate for Tiahleigh if she was referred to you as an EP student in an inpatient ward?

    smoking cessation
    Aboriginal health worker
    dietitian
    all of the above

    What is akathisia?

     

     

     

     

     

     

    restlessness
    lip smacking
    stiffening of joints
    itchiness
    back to case studies

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