Treatment & Clinical Team
Who makes up the members of the clinical team?
Psychiatrist, psychologist, RT, and Social Worker
What is the definition of a coping skill?
A conscious strategy, action, or behavior used to manage stressful situations, difficult emotions (like anger, sadness, or anxiety), and challenging life events, helping to reduce distress and maintain mental and behavioral balance.
What type of communication is most important in any relationship? -Passive-Passive Aggressive-Assertive-Aggressive
Assertive
Who do you talk to about discharge?
The unit social worker.
Which type of peanut is good for overall brain functioning?
Walnut!
They reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, improving memory, cognition, and protecting against age-related decline and dementia risk. Studies show they enhance brain function, support nerve cell health, and may boost mental performance, making them a top "brain food".
Who do I talk to about medication questions or side effects?
Psychiatrist
What are NOT appropriate or safe coping skills?
Who should you NOT talk to if you're having a crisis or mentally struggling?
(open answer)
Who helps determine readiness for discharge?
The patient and clinical team.
What color food dyes are worst for the brain?
Red and Yellow
What is the difference between the Nurses and Psych Techs?
Nurses can tend to wounds, ensure safety, administer first aid, and can assist with body checks. Psych techs ensure safety, assist with unit flow, and are a supportive contact on the unit.
What are three coping skills that do not require talking?
Breathing, coloring, meditation, music, watching tv, stretching, drawing, writing, journaling, painting, tapping.
Is it more important to talk or listen in communication?
LISTEN
What things contribute to showing readiness for discharge?
Behaviors, IRs, medication compliance, communication patterns, speaking to staff appropriately, engaging in unit milieu, no DTO/DTS/SI/HI.
What types of foods PROTECT the brain?
Fish, vegetables, fruits, water, good sources of fiber, lentils, beans, eggs, white meats, non-caffeinated teas.
Who do I talk to if I need to discuss something that is bothering me emotionally?
ANYONE on the team! If you need more feedback and guidance then speak to the unit psychologist.
What are two coping skills that you can use outside on the patio?
Walking, meditating, practicing mindfulness, playing sports.
Yelling, cussing, racial slurs.
What holds back or delays readiness for discharge?
What type of chocolate is good for the brain?
Dark Chocolate
What is the difference between the psychiatrist and psychologist?
Psychologist: PsyD or PhD, Psychotherapy, group therapy, medical knowledge, CANNOT recommend medications, changes, or diet changes, provides psychoeducation.
Psychiatrist: MD, prescribes medications, provides psychoeducation, medical knowledge, responsible for medication changes, can discuss side-effects.
Name one safe and realistic coping skill that has not been mentioned yet.
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What is it called when we ask for what we need in a safe, calm, clear, appropriate way?
Advocating for ourselves!
Where do we usually transition to after discharge?
IMD/board and care
What are some possible symptom consequences of eating poorly on medications?
Inflammation, anxiety, restlessness, agitation, hyperactivity, irritability, anger, fatigue, sadness.