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Placing social workers in mental health trusts can help tackle out of area placements, says report

Community Care

Integrating local authority social workers within NHS mental health trusts can help reduce the number of “harmful” out of area hospital placements (OAPs), a report has found. The HSSIB investigates patient safety concerns across the NHS in England.

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The draft Mental Health Bill: parliamentary proposals for change

Community Care

By Tim Spencer-Lane The joint committee on the draft Mental Health Bill was appointed in July 2022 to consider the government’s draft bill to reform the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA) , which is summarised here. The joint committee received 114 submissions of written evidence and over 100 responses to its online survey.

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Older people unlawfully detained in mental health hospitals because of poor DoLS practice, warns CQC

Community Care

Older people are being unlawfully detained in mental health hospitals “in very many cases” because of poor practice around the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), the Care Quality Commission has warned. AMHPs making greater use of Mental Health Act powers to tackle crises or suspected abuse or neglect.

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How Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Can Influence Healthcare

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By ensuring that you have an equitable environment, you are creating an organizational culture that will attract and retain experienced staff and support your patients. How to meet diverse needs of patients with disabilities and cognitive or mental health impairments. How and when to use interpreter services.

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How to Create a Ketamine Compliance Program

Relias

Ketamine therapy is revolutionizing the treatment of certain mental health conditions especially for individuals who have not responded to traditional medications. However, as its use expands, so do the challenges of ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance, and ethical administration.

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Indian Health Service Funding: Grants and Financial Opportunities for Tribal Healthcare

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Nursing Informatics: Technology to Improve Patient Care Go to course Strategic uses of funding for healthcare technology Improving patient safety and quality of care IHS agencies can leverage a robust learning management platform to standardize education on patient safety initiatives, infection prevention, and chronic disease management.

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Memorial Hermann Health System’s Innovative Approach To Reimagining a Culture of Excellence

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Taking a disciplined approach to incorporate interventions aligned to support patient safety as a core value is imperative, especially during a pandemic. An 8-hour mental health day. Adapting communications to meet urgent needs. Communication is always a key priority in a high reliability-focused organization.