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| Trigger points for a GP referral to a mental health nurse- New or recent diagnosis of patient undergoing stroke recovery
- Patient has difficulty adjusting to the diagnosis
- Patient develops risk factors for the development of a mental disorder
- Patient has a pre-existing mental disorder
- Mental state is such that ongoing monitoring is required
Trigger points for a mental health nurse referral to a GP- Deterioration in physical health
- Significant deterioration in mental health requiring referral to a psychiatrist
- Regular medical review
Potential treatment by a mental health nurse- A holistic assessment identifying all factors impacting on the person's physical and mental health
- Provision of counselling and support to assist patient to adjust to lifestyle changes
- Assist the family to accept and understand the diagnosis by providing support, education and information where necessary
- Monitoring mental state as it relates to treatment acceptance/adherence, with a background foundational knowledge of the biological sciences
- Evidence-based psychological strategies
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