Скачать или смотреть Psychiatry Physical Health Simulation – Aspiration Pneumonia in a Mental Health Setting

This simulation scenario explores the complexities of managing aspiration pneumonia in a psychiatric inpatient, highlighting the challenges of delivering acute physical healthcare in a mental health environment. The patient has a diagnosis of schizophrenia and presents with a reduced level of consciousness, raising concerns around dysphagia, sedation effects, and delayed escalation.

🔍 Learning Objectives:

Recognise early signs of aspiration and deteriorating physical health in psychiatric settings

Perform an A–E assessment and initiate appropriate oxygen and fluid therapy

Safely escalate to acute medical care while considering the patient’s mental health needs

Understand the impact of psychotropic medications and sedation on aspiration risk

Collaborate effectively across mental health and medical teams

Practice skilled communication, especially around capacity and consent

Highlight the importance of observation skills and early warning scores (e.g. NEWS2)

Reflect on human factors including environment, staff training, and delayed escalation

A valuable scenario for mental health nurses, psychiatry staff, liaison teams, and acute care responders.

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