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Psychiatric Aspects of Home Health Care Nursing

Home health care is one of the fastest growing segments of nursing care today. Nurses in the field now face larger, more diverse patient populations than ever before. Often they must work with both lay caregivers and patients who suffer from a variety of psychological disorders- from complex emotions associated with illness, to disorders as serious as depression and as complex as schizophrenia. All this in a setting in which they have little control.

To help general and psychiatric home care professionals deal more safely and effectively with these complex problems there is PSYCHIATRIC ASPECTS OF HOME HEALTH CARE. This 3-video series combines expert interviews, dramatic scenarios and practical, hands-on information. It is indispensable for both new and experienced professionals who want to assess patients successfully and implement lasting, workable treatment plans.

Families, Professionals, and Community Resources
Discusses ways to marshal all resources to help patients with either a primary or secondary psychiatric condition achieve their maximum level of independence in home care. Addresses the fundamental collaborative relationships between home health care providers and families, caregivers, professional peers and community resources. Topics include setting limits and boundaries, dual diagnoses, primary caregiver issues, handling inappropriate reactions, cultural differences, counseling strategies, effective multi-disciplinary communication, patient advocacy, professional self-care, and positive closure.

22 min., $150