Facilitating access to mental health care

Post a discussion. “I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) student, and I am interested in facilitating access to mental health care in rural areas through telemedicine”.

Please review the above information. Select one scholarly journal publication – examine one research article in terms of ‘reliability’. Post a concise note sharing your thoughts.

Racial Identity Models

Racial Identity Models of racial identity help us understand that the status of racial identity (for both counselors and clients) can influence the career development intervention process at several levels. For example, Atkinson, Morten, and Sue (1989, 1993, 1998) describe five stages of racial identity development, each with corresponding counseling implications: (a) conformity, (b) dissonance, (c) resistance and immersion, (d) introspection, and (e) synergistic articulation and awareness. Individuals in the conformity stage adhere to the dominant culture’s value system, including its perception of racial/ethnic minorities.

Their self-perceptions, as well as their perceptions of others, are viewed through the lens of the dominant culture. They tend to deny the existence of racism and discriminatory treatment on the part of the dominant culture and have a strong desire to " assimilate and acculturate" (Atkinson et al., 1993, p. 29). Moreover, their attitudes toward members of their own group may be very negative. In other words, individuals in the conformity stage may experience feelings of racial self-hatred as a result of cultural racism. Because of their strong identification with the dominant culture, individuals in the conformity stage may express a preference for a career counselor from the dominant culture. In the career development inter- vention process, they may display a high level of compliance and a need to please the counselor. Atkinson et al. (1993) suggest that these clients are likely to present career concerns that are most amenable to career development interventions focused on problem-solving approaches. Individuals often move gradually into the dissonance stage, but the occurrence of significant events can serve as a catalyst for propelling a person into the dissonance stage.

In either scenario, the process of moving into the dissonance stage typically occurs when the individual in the conformist stage encounters a person or situation that runs counter to conformist-stage beliefs (e.g., when an Asian American in the conformist stage, and thus adhering to negative stereotypes regarding the Asian culture, encounters a person who expresses pride in her Asian heritage, or when an African American in the conformist stage experiences racism on a personal level). In such instances, information is acquired that suggests alternative views toward the culture of our gin (e.g., that there are positive aspects in cultural traditions, values, and customs) and the dont- in culture (e.g., certain behaviors and practices in the dominant culture are discriminatory) Such information causes denial to break down and opens a window to further identity development.

Specifically, individuals moving from conformity to dissonance may increasingly engage in self-exploration regarding self-concepts, and identity. self-esteem, and group affiliation (Atkinson et al., 1989). Career development practitioners working with individuals in the dissonance stage need to have a thorough understanding of the individual’s culture of origin. Individuals adhering to beliefs and attitudes reflecting Atkinson et al’s (1989) third stage of racial identity development, resistance, and immersion, tend to reject the views and values of the dominant culture. They express a complete endorsement of the views and values of their culture of origin. In addition, their resolution of the confusion experienced in the dissonance stage often leads to intense anger as they become more aware of racism and how it has impacted their lives. Sue and Sue (1990) note that as individuals begin to question their feelings of cultural shame, they often experience guilt and anger for having " sold out in the past and contributed to his/her own group’s oppression, and anger at having been oppressed and ‘brainwashed’ by the forces in the dominant society" (cited in Atkinson et al., 1993, p. 31). Individuals in this stage often view oppression as the primary source of their career development concerns. Atkinson et al. suggest O w NDJI

Discuss the three main processes of memory

Discuss the three main processes of memory and how they work in a sequential fashion. Include in this discussion a tracing of the path that information takes as it goes through the three key memory stores. You may use illustrations to support your description, though this is not required.

Changes in Respiratory Muscle Strength

Design a presentation on the topic of Changes in Respiratory Muscle Strength & Function Simply research the topic and come back with some graphs/figures from at least three peer-reviewed studies that will further elucidate this area. Articles ideally should be published within the LAST five years.

  • Introduction
    • What sparked your interest
    • Provide a brief overview of the topic
    • ~ one-two slides, ~ one min
  • Literature Review
    • Briefly summarize from the three studies the import findings (graphs from scientific articles are a fabulous thing to use…picture is worth a thousand words)
      • ~three slides, ~ three min
  • Summary/Conclusion
    • What did you learn?
    • Perhaps answer the question “Why is this important?” or “Who cares?”
    • ~ one-two slides, ~one min
  • References
    • Should be in APA format
    • Should have at least three Peer Reviewed references

 

Apgar score for a newborn infant

Which characteristics are assessed in determining an Apgar score for a newborn infant? Patient Case Question 2. Why is Prevnar an important vaccine for this patient? Patient Case Question 3. Which two antibacterial medications are combined in Pediazole and why is this drug appropriate for treating acute otitis media? Patient Case Question 4. Which two antibacterial medications are combined in Augmentin and why is this drug appropriate for treating acute otitis media?

Consequences for the mental health

Make a summary of the consequences for the mental health caused by the loss of a loved one, mourning, and bereavement. Debate on the issues of euthanasia and assisted suicide in people who, at the end of their lives, suffer from a terminal illness and despite the palliative care they receive, present unbearable suffering from which they wish to free themselves with all legal guarantees and the free right they have to make a determination.

As a nursing professional, what are your ethical responsibilities when intervening with a patient who has made the decision to undergo the euthanasia process, as well as assisted suicide?

The importance of Ethics in Healthcare

The importance of Ethics in Healthcare using examples and bringing in your own personal experiences either as a healthcare provider or user. Structure with a general opening paragraph of the major themes discussed.  Touch on the following: -Opening Paragraph/Introduction:  ethics and law and their influence on people; how will this affect your practice or how have you viewed this affecting care you have received? -comment on clinical and administrative ethics; how each plays a role and how you may be or have been involved. -comment on professional codes, values, and legislation and how they impact ethical decision-making from the front-line provider to the boardroom.-closing paragraph of how all of this will impact your chosen profession down the road.

Psychiatric mental health

Discuss obtaining Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner certification: What is certification? What does a certificate do for you? Identify the certifying body and requirements (including costs) to sit for the exam. If there is more than one option, please identify them and talk about which one you will take and why. Include the URL that you will need to go to for the application process

Racial and cultural diversity of individuals

Discuss the impact that racial and cultural diversity of individuals has on the U.S. healthcare system. 8. List three healthcare interactions you have experienced with another person from a culture or ethnicity different from your own. Were they positive or negative? What could or should have been done differently? 9. Using one sentence or group of phrases, how would you describe your own health state to someone you are meeting for the first time?

Potential impacts of long-term stress and burnout

Provide a definition of stress and burnout that the nurse will be more likely to experience, including examples of physiological, emotional, and behavioral stressors responses. 2. Identify and explain the potential impacts of long-term stress and burnout, focusing specifically on the nurse’s stressors: financial situation, relationships, and professional career. SCP103_Assessment Brief 28_Portfolio_Module 6.1 Page 1 of 4 3. Outline and explain the way you would educate this nurse on stress and burnout prevention and resilience building. Consider factors such as age, culture, religion, and professional boundaries in this answer.