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Latest MH Final Exam Study Guide.Final Exam Introduction in Psychiatric Nursing ➢ Understand milieu therapy- can you describe it in a clinical setting? o psychotherapy in which Pt's social enviro ... nment is controlled o manipulated with a view to prevent self-destructive therapy. o The milieu is a supportive environment in which staff work with provide safety and structure while assessing the patient's relat behavior. o A consistent routine is maintained, which fosters predictability o A milieu is considered therapeutic when the program's comm provides a sense of civility, membership, belonging, care and accountability. ➢ Describe the difference between mental health and mental illness o Successful performance of mental functions, resulting in the a engage in productive activities, enjoy fulfilling relationships, ad change, and cope with adversity. o Mental health is the foundation of thinking, communication sk emotional growth, resilience, and self-esteem throughout the o It is a state of well-being in which individuals are able to realize abilities as well as contribute to their community within the con stressors. o Actual diagnoses, gets in the way of obtaining mental health. o Medical conditions that affect a person's thinking, feeling, mo seen as the result of flawed biological, psychological, or socia o Fortunately, mental illnesses are treatable, and individuals can symptom relief, and complete cure in some cases, with treatm support. ➢ Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs 1. Biological and Physiological needs - air, food, drink, shelter, w sleep. 2. Safety needs - protection from elements, security, order, law, s freedom from fear. 3. Love and belongingness needs - friendship, intimacy, trust and acceptance, receiving and giving affection and love. Affiliati part of a group (family, friends, work). 4. Esteem needs - achievement, mastery, independence, status dominance, prestige, self-respect, respect from others. 5. Self-Actualization needs - realizing personal potential, self-fulfil seeking personal growth and peak experiences. ➢ Erickson’s o Trust vs. Mistrust (infant 0- 1 1⁄2) trust developed if caregivers g affection, love, care, attention, and reliability. (Feeding) o Autonomy vs. Shame (toddlers 1 1⁄2 - 3) kids need to develop personal control. (Toilet Training) Mental Health Mental Illness [Show More]

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