The study — the largest to date assessing the mental and
emotional health of patients with cancer using a fully standardized, diagnostic face - to - face interview — is published in the October 6 issue of the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
She said she would then see cases of rapid decline in both the physical and
emotional health of these patients.
Not exact matches
Research has shown that medical
patients who develop
emotional health problems cost more to treat and respond less well to treatment; as a result, says Ahern, «it behooves the medical system to do a better job in detection and treatment
of behavioral
health because it drives outcomes and drives the costs.»
«All
patients should be well informed about the potential adverse effects
of ADT, and interventions to improve mental and
emotional health such as exercise programs and dietary / lifestyles changes could be
of particular importance,» he concludes.
«We did not see the same pattern
of prescribing from psychiatrists or general practitioners,» said Lacasse, who suggests that OB / GYNs should refer their
patients to mental
health practitioners in such tragic and highly
emotional situations.
«Addressing chemo brain will help improve a
patient's quality
of life since these side effects can lead to
emotional and mental
health issues that affect a person's ability to function in society.»
While caregiver assistance can be beneficial to
patients, such care may have negative consequences for caregivers, including poor
health - related quality
of life,
emotional distress, caregiver burden, and symptoms
of post-traumatic stress disorder.
My name is Dr. Talia Marcheggiani, I'm a naturopathic doctor with a special focus in mental
health and
emotional wellness and today I'm going to talk to you about how to make one
of my favourite breakfasts to recommend
patients: the morning smoothie.
Furthermore, Naturopathic doctors are often trained in counseling, so they may be better at identifying and cultivating the
emotional, mental and spiritual
health of patients to help them achieve optimal
health.
Using gentle and non invasive means, each
of the naturopathic doctors, Dr. Jonathan Bablad and Dr. Vanessa DiCicco, tailor their treatment plans to the unique needs
of their
patient, taking into account the physical,
emotional, environmental and spiritual influences that impact their
patient's
health.
As a gastroenterologist and previus ICU specialist, in my 34 year practice I have found that the benefits
of H.Pylori eradication and posterior treatment with probiotics, changes the
health of my
patients, not only GI but also
emotional and general sense
of health.
His goal is to clearly identify the values and
health priorities
of his
patients as well as their underlying challenges and together cultivate an effective, efficient and sustainable plan that addresses the physical, mental,
emotional as well as spiritual aspects
of the individual.
She treats each
patient by focusing on the entire physical, mental,
emotional, genetic, environmental, social aspects
of health.
His 30 years
of ongoing research and practice emphasizes addressing the nutritional, environmental,
emotional, structural, and biochemical aspects
of acute and chronic
health conditions in his
patients.
The foundation
of integrative medicine is to consider the whole
patient, focusing on your
health from a body, mind, and
emotional perspective.
She treats each
patient by focusing on the entire physical, mental,
emotional, genetic, environmental, and social aspects
of health.
We place each
patient at the center
of our approach and address the full range
of physical,
emotional, mental, social, spiritual and environmental influences that affect a person's
health.
You must provide a doctor's letter that: states that you have a mental or
emotional disability recognized in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual
of Mental Disorders; shows the need for
emotional support or psychiatric service animal for air travel and / or activity at your destination; provides proof
of their licensing as a mental
health professional or medical doctor (including date, type and state
of license) and that you're a
patient.
Basically, for the same reasons many people choose alternative medicine for themselves: to use more natural therapies that support healing rather than treat symptoms; to honor
patients as individuals with unique strengths and weaknesses rather than simply as
patients with a certain disease condition; to strive to understand the connection between the physical, mental,
emotional and spiritual aspects
of all living beings, and how they profoundly affect
health and vitality.
Teaming with the staff in Dr. Marty Becker's Fear Free training expanded the entire team's awareness
of the
patient's
emotional health while under our care.
Studies have shown that such visitations provide
emotional outlets for
patients, and lead to increased socialization, relaxed mood, and an overall reduction
of blood pressure, as well as boosting the general
health of the people we serve.
Compassion fatigue has been defined as «the
emotional burden that
health care providers may experience as a result
of overexposure to traumatic events that
patients are experiencing».
This may also include how a dog's
emotional well - being can play a role in all aspects
of its life and
health, including veterinary care, how decreasing fear, anxiety, and stress is beneficial to the
patient and owner both during the veterinary visit and at home, a focus on Fear Free applications pre - and post-veterinary visit, successful case studies / stories
of how a dog went from fearful to Fear Free during or throughout the course
of a single or series
of veterinary visits, positive experiences working with a Fear Free certified veterinary professional or anything that highlights how Fear Free and what it stands for is all around better for staff,
patients, and clients.
She now works as a
Health Care Consultant for Coast to Coast Cardiology, and her extensive abilities allow her to excel in the
emotional and demanding environment that directly improves the welfare
of our
patients.
These
emotional responses should be taken into account when considering what services are necessary in order for
patients to achieve the «highest attainable standard
of physical and mental
health» as provided for by the ICESPR.
Joint ONIWG / OFL report details problems with WSIB practices identified by a growing number
of health professionals who see the Board ignoring their opinions on recommended treatment for their
patients — with adverse
emotional and financial consequences (as illustrated by accounts
of injured workers» experiences).
Daily tasks mentioned on the resume example
of a
Health Care Worker include helping
patients with personal hygiene, changing beds, serving meals, helping
patients to the toilet, providing
emotional support, and maintaining
patient rooms clean.
• Great critical - thinking skills, with ability to quickly determine the best course
of action for a
patient's
health • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to lead effectively and manage staff • Sympathetic, caring, and able to show compassion for
patients experiencing physical and
emotional distress • Demonstrated knowledge
of spreadsheet, word, and database applications • Skilled in conflict resolution • CPR and BLS certified
• Interview
patients and families to determine
patients» medical and treatment histories • Assess
patients to determine the extent
of disability and need for rehabilitation activities • Assist doctors in creating and implementing rehabilitation programs based on the individual needs
of each
patient • Provide
patients with physical and
emotional support according to their specific plans • Help
patients adapt to lifestyle changes and teach them new skills that they will need in order to survive • Educate
patients and families about the different types
of rehab services available to them and help them choose by providing suggestions according to their medical conditions • Ascertain that
patients» vitals are taken and recorded throughout the rehabilitation process • Encourage
patients to perform daily tasks independently and help them where their limitations crop up • Monitor
patients»
health and comfort and ensure that any
emotional or physical problems are dealt with in an immediate manner
Mental
Health Therapists help relieve
patients of mental disorders and
emotional stress by listening
patients» concerns and offering solutions.
Emergency Department RN, September 2011 — presentCullman Regional Medical Center — Cullman, Alabama — Conducts triage on incoming
patients and prioritizes treatment - Assists in implementing medical procedures and medications - Documented all symptoms and
patient history for individual
patients - Provides comfort to
patients and their family members - Educates
patients and family members on condition, treatment, follow - up care and medicationsRN Registered Nurse, April 2006 — September 2011Alacare Home
Health & Hospice — Tuscaloosa, Alabama — Assessed
patient's physical, psychological and social environment - Documented vital statistics and reported changes to physician - Implemented prescribed treatments, including IVs and medications - Educated
patients and family members on continued care and pain managementRN Telephone Triage, November 2000 — April 2006Department
of Veterans Affairs — Birmingham, Alabama — Assessed
patient needs and recommended appropriate actions to promote disease management, injury prevention and
emotional wellness - Offered educational advice and materials to support
patients or caregivers - Documented all interactions with
patients
OUR CHALLENGES, Covington, KY (2/2009 to 5/2010) Volunteer • Engaged
patients in conversation to determine the extent
of mental illness • Provided physical and
emotional care according to set medical / mental
health plans prescribed by the doctor • Assisted
patients with their personal needs including bathing, grooming and washing • Ascertained that appropriate meals are being provided to each
patient and encouraged them to partake them • Created and maintained records
of patients by following strict confidential protocols
They may conduct tests take measurements
of a
patient's mobility,
emotional and social skills, and overall
health prior as they begin to formulate a treatment plan.
Track record
of assessing
patients» mental and
emotional health conditions.
• Communicate, facilitate, and collaborate with members
of patient's
health care team as well as family members to meet physical, spiritual, and
emotional needs
of the
patient.
I am also well versed in nature and quality
of all nursing care that a
patient receives as well as highly skilled in providing
patient and family with
health education and
emotional support.
• Talented and forward thinking Mental
Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience in assessing patients for mental and emotional health illnesses, and providing well - placed interventions and plans, based on individualized need of each pa
Health Counselor with over 10 years
of experience in assessing
patients for mental and
emotional health illnesses, and providing well - placed interventions and plans, based on individualized need of each pa
health illnesses, and providing well - placed interventions and plans, based on individualized need
of each
patient.
• Exceptionally talented Mental
Health Counselor with a track record
of success providing primary healthcare and assistance to
patients diagnosed with both mental and
emotional disorders.
Effectively managed time and caseloads based on 20 sessions per week.Efficiently gathered information from families and social services agencies to inform development
of treatment plans.Documented all
patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.Interacted with clinical staff and external resources such as school or community personnel.Developed comprehensive treatment plans that focused on accurate diagnosis and behavioral treatment
of problems.Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills,
emotional coping skills and functional living skills.Consulted with psychiatrists about client medication changes, issues with medicine compliance and efficacy
of medications.Created and reviewed master treatment and discharge plans for each client.Referred clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes.Evaluated
patients to determine potential need to transfer to specialized inpatient mental
health facilities.Led
patients in individual, family, group and marital therapy sessions.
Charted and recorded information in client files.Tracked client movement on and off the unit by documenting times and destinations
of clients.Checked facility for open windows, locked doors, malfunctioning smoke detectors and other safety hazards.Quickly responded to crisis situations when severe mental
health and behavioral issues arose.Efficiently gathered information from families and social services agencies to inform development
of treatment plans.Documented all
patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.Developed comprehensive treatment plans that focused on accurate diagnosis and behavioral treatment
of problems.Consulted with psychiatrists about client medication changes, issues with medicine compliance and efficacy
of medications.Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.Referred clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes.Created and reviewed master treatment and discharge plans for each client.Guided clients in understanding illnesses and treatment plans.Developed appropriate policies for the identification
of medically - related social and
emotional needs
of clients.Assisted clients in scheduling home visits and phone calls and monitored effectiveness
of these activities.Evaluated
patients for psychiatric services and psychotropic medications.Monitored
patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess the medications» effectiveness and side effects.Evaluated
patients to determine potential need to transfer to specialized inpatient mental
health facilities.Administered medication to
patients presenting serious risk
of danger to themselves and others.Conducted psychiatric evaluations and executed medication management for both inpatient and outpatient facilities.Led
patients in individual, family, group and marital therapy sessions.Diagnosed mental
health,
emotional and substance abuse disorders.Recorded comprehensive
patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.Consulted with and developed appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plans for dually diagnosed
patients.Referenced and used various therapy techniques, including psychodynamic, family systems, cognitive behavioral and lifespan integration psychotherapy.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-- Duties & Responsibilities Provide support to other staff and coordinate all care efforts while acting as primary point
of contact to
patients Perform frequent
patient evaluations, including initial and on - going examinations, monitoring and tracking
of vital signs, executing various minor procedures, and both administering and tracking medication use per physician orders for an extensive variety
of conditions Alert physicians to any change in condition and raise concerns when necessary through accurate communication Communicate effectively with other medical staff, family members and interested parties to facilitate the efficient treatment
of patients as well as ensure the timely information flow Collaborate in the development
of treatment plans, providing guidance from point
of admission through discharge while utilizing initial and on - going assessments to provide correct medical direction Deliver
emotional and informational support to
patient, their families, and other interested parties, helping them understand conditions, treatments and potential outcomes Develop and maintain competencies and knowledge
of medical techniques, information, conditions, treatments, medications, and potential interactions, participating actively in all continuing education opportunities Utilize and employ knowledge from clinical rotations in MedSurgical, Telemetry, GI, Emergency Room, Post-Partum, Nursery, Internal Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Family Practice and Urgent Care settings Adhere strictly to local, state, and federal
health - related laws in the administration
of care, the operation and utilization
of all medical equipment and procedures, and treatment
of patients Address
patient and doctor queries, resolving them in an expedited manner
Obtained and set up suction equipment.Provided personal nursing care in pre - and post-operative situations.Assisted nurses with cleaning rectal tube, G - tube, J - tube, and regular catheter insertion.Recognized and reported abnormalities and / or changes in
patients»
health status to nursing staff.Provided
patients and families with
emotional support.Comforted
patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement.Promoted continuity
of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status
of patients for which care is provided.
I Teresa Triplett Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.Tended to
patients with chronic illnesses.Assisted nurses with cleaning rectal tube, G - tube, J - tube, and regular catheter insertion.Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.Recognized and reported abnormalities and / or changes in
patients»
health status to nursing staff.Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.Assisted with ADLs.Provided
patients and families with
emotional support.Exhibited compassionate care and communication with regard to issues
of death and dying.
Professional Duties & Responsibilities Directed daily operations
of multiple mental,
emotional, and medical care facilities for at risk youth Recruited, trained, and supervised administrative, counseling, and development personnel Oversaw strategic planning, development
of company goals, and implementation
of action plan Designed and implemented staff development and recognition programs Built and strengthened relationships with industry figures, community leaders, and board members Managed marketing and fundraising activities enhancing community awareness and income Led individual and group therapy sessions resulting in significant personal development
of participants Developed customized treatment plans for each
patient ensuring the highest standard
of care Responsible for
patient charts, medication administration, overall
health, and personal safety Established and executed daily living routine for residential therapy
patients Provided transportation to school, medical appointments, and other activities as needed Built a therapeutic environment which fostered maximum growth and development
of youth
Registered Nurse / Administrator — Duties & Responsibilities Provide quality
patient care and medical team support across a variety
of medical specialties Proficient with skillful assessment, planning, implementation, documentation and evaluation
of treatment plans Skilled in telemetry, women's services, post-partum and orthopedic settings utilizing evidence based practicum Oversee junior team members ensuring compliance with all regulatory authorities and laws including HIPPA Successfully served as charge nurse, unit secretary, clinical preceptor and mentor to graduate / student nurses Manage employee schedules, workflow, inventory, admissions, and discharges Implement physician directed treatment plans, perform evaluations, administer medications, and chart progress Maintain working knowledge
of accepted standards
of care, emerging medical technology, and pharmaceuticals Fulfill duties as restraint liaison committee member for orthopedic unit Serve as
patient advocate collaborating with discharge planners, medical social workers, home
health agencies, and other parties to ensure a smooth transition
of patients to post discharge care Instruct
patients in healthy lifestyles, treatment plans, and offered
emotional support as needed Provide exceptional medical team support including filing, phones, and other tasks as needed Perform all duties with positivity, professionalism, and integrity
They may focus on the
health or neuropsychology
of their
patients, identifying developmental disorders, traumatic brain injuries, or the impact
of how other medical conditions affect
emotional functioning.
Prevalence
of perceived experiences
of emotional, physical, sexual, and
health care abuse in a Swedish male
patient sample
The present study analyzed relationships between everyday competence, goal
of therapy, and
health - related locus
of control with
emotional wellbeing
of 337 newly diagnosed cancer
patients.
We conclude that associations between
health - related locus
of control and
emotional wellbeing vary with
patients» level
of everyday competence.
Subtitle: Associations between
health - related locus
of control, everyday competence, goal
of therapy, and
emotional well - being in newly diagnosed cancer
patients