Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of: Activities of daily living Application of nursing theory to a mental health context Basic human, social, psychological, cognitive and physical development Confidentiality and privacy Consumer and carer perspectives on mental health care Cultural factors affecting people with mental health problems Definition and description of common mental disorders Documentation principles Effective communication skills Emergency actions Ethical guidelines including confidentiality, duty of care and public liability Impact of culture and belief systems on mental health and illness Impact of stigma and discrimination on consumers with mental health issues Knowledge of different types of common behaviours associated with mental health problems and their effect on consumer needs Legislation and codes of practice that relate to an Enrolled/Division 2 nurse Mental Health Act - 'Authorised person' Organisation policies and procedures for privacy and confidentiality of information Organisation policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols (i.e. daily living, medication, dealing with changes in wellbeing, sexual harassment, abuse prevention) Organisation policy and procedures Organisation's definition of challenging behaviour related to mental health problems Perspectives of mental health, mental health problems and mental illness Prevention and management of challenging behaviours including recognising triggers and deflecting them, using active listening and observation skills, ensuring effective communication, seeking expert assistance Principles of empowerment/disempowerment for people with mental health problems Principles of non-discriminative practice Principles of psycho-social rehabilitation Relevant anatomy, physiology and associated pathophysiology Relevant legislation related to mental illness Relevant mental health terminology continued ... |