Mental Health: Nursing Diagnoses Care Plans | NurseTogether Physical assessments, laboratory tests like thyroid tests and drug or alcohol screening, and psychological evaluations are conducted to help diagnose or rule out mental health problems
Nursing Observation Guidelines Observations covered in this guideline include engagement to support people who are vulnerable and require effective therapeutic engagement to ensure their wellbeing This includes visual observation and physical observation, which should be completed using a therapeutic approach
7. 2: General Assessments for Mental Health Conditions When conducting a focused assessment on a client’s mental health, a proficient nurse develops a style in which the bulk of the mental status examination is performed through unstructured observations made during the routine physical examination, also referred to as the general survey
Mental Health Assessment Guide for Nursing Practice Begin by observing general appearance and behavior, noting any sensory processing disruptions or medication side effects that might affect motor activity or social engagement Pay close attention to whether the patient maintains appropriate eye contact
Therapeutic Observations - Royal College of Psychiatrists Observations are a therapeutic intervention aimed at reducing factors which contribute to increased risk and promoting recovery The use of enhanced observation levels should never be regarded as routine practice but must be based on assessed and current needs