HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing

HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing
HLTENN005 Contribute to nursing care of a person with complex needs
Written Assessment Student Copy
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Question 1
The following website may assist with this question
http://currentnursing.com/nursing_theory/application_nursing_theories.html
Discuss the importance of nursing theory to practice.
Answer:
The case of the client suffering from a mental health issues has been taken as they require
attention and proper care from a registered healthcare practitioner such as enrolled nurses
who specialize in mental health issues and has required skills and qualifications. As an
Enrolled Nurse, the responsibilities should be as follows-
1. The mental health nurse values different cultures and their beliefs by ensuring his/her
practice is not discriminating anybody. He/she should be accountable for their actions
(Mental Health Nurses in Australia, 2013).
2. He/she should provide satisfaction to people with mental health issues and involve in
the process of their recovery.
3. He/she should follow the standards of treating a mental health patient.
Question 2
The following website may assist with this question
http://www.aihw.gov.au/chronic-diseases/
What is meant by the term chronic disease?
Answer:
The client was suffering from depression and anxiety issues from a brief period of time.
People suffering from depression and anxiety issues should be taken care with utmost care
by creating a therapeutic relationship with the enrolled nurses (National Mental Health
Strategy, 2013). Enrolled nurses should establish trust, respect their beliefs and be
empathetic towards their condition. This helps the people with mental illness to recover
soon. In order to understand one’s own condition of mental health is very important. Family
and close people should also understand the need for care of people having mental health
issues. In order to understand a patient’s mental condition, nursing home risk assessment
tool can be used.
Question 3
The following website may assist with this question
http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/pathophysiology
Define the term pathophysiology.
Answer:
The client suffered depression and anxiety issues and with the help of biopsychosocial
model, he received relevant treatment and care (Cardoso, 2013). His condition was
examined understanding the psychological, biological and social factors that contributed to
his depression. His depression developed due to impaired emotional balance and physical
disorders. Nevertheless, the patient received the required care by understanding his
condition first. An accurate diagnosis was done which included the patient’s physical
examination, asking them about their feelings, cross-checking their medical history and
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