Course Code: REL-ACU-0-MHEAT
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Apply a comprehensive approach for gathering mental health information in acute care settings.
Identify at least three standardized assessment tools to inform diagnosis and guide treatment planning.
Recognize non-standardized assessment methods and how results are integrated into documentation.
Outline:
Section 1: Gathering Information in Mental Health Evaluations
Mental Health Evaluations
Jasmine’s ED Visit
What Is a Mental Health Evaluation?
Mental Health Evaluations in Acute Settings
Approaches to Gathering Information
The Biopsychosocial Framework
Mental Status Examination
Structured Tools and Mnemonics
Trauma-Informed Strategies
Consideration of Culture
Attention to Implicit Bias
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Standardized Assessment Tools
Standardized Assessment Tools
What Are Standardized Assessments?
Benefits of Standardized Assessments
Limitations of Standardized Assessments
Types of Assessment Tools
General Mental Health
Depression and Bipolar Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Quick Check: Abi’s Mood Change
Cognitive Functioning
Trauma Assessments
Quick Check: Paul Is Not Himself
Substance Use
Suicide Risk Assessments
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Non-Standardized Assessment Methods and Documentation
Non-Standardized Assessment
Jay’s Assessment
What Is Non-Standardized Assessment?
Using Mnemonics in Mental Health Evaluations
Benefits of Non-Standardized Assessment
Limitations of Non-Standardized Assessment
Follow-Up With Jay
Documenting and Communicating the Assessment
What Is Documented?
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Bridgett Ross, PsyD
Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Advanced Practice Nurses; Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; Social Workers; in the following settings: Behavioral Health: Outpatient Services, Clinics: Primary Care, Clinics: Rural Health, Hospitals: Acute, Hospitals: Critical Access (CAHs), Hospitals: Psychiatric.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.