Track: Psychiatric Nursing

Role of Psychiatric Nurses in
Mental Health Care:
- Overview of the diverse responsibilities of
psychiatric nurses in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings
- The role of psychiatric nursing in holistic
patient care: Addressing physical, emotional, and psychological needs
- Interdisciplinary collaboration: Working with
psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare
professionals
Assessment and Diagnosis in
Psychiatric Nursing:
- Conducting comprehensive mental health
assessments: History taking, mental status examination, and risk
assessment
- Recognizing signs and symptoms of common
psychiatric disorders (e.g., depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar
disorder)
- Utilizing standardized assessment tools and
frameworks for accurate diagnosis and care planning
Therapeutic Communication and
Building Trust:
- The importance of empathy, active listening, and
non-judgmental communication in psychiatric nursing
- Techniques for establishing and maintaining
therapeutic relationships with patients
- Managing challenging interactions: De-escalation
strategies for patients in crisis or experiencing agitation
Crisis Intervention and Suicide
Prevention:
- Understanding the principles of crisis
intervention: Immediate support, stabilization, and safety planning
- Suicide risk assessment: Identifying warning
signs, protective factors, and appropriate interventions
- Providing support to patients and families during
acute psychiatric crises
Medication Management and
Psychopharmacology:
- Overview of commonly prescribed psychotropic
medications: Antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, and
anxiolytics
- Monitoring for side effects, medication adherence,
and patient education on pharmacological treatments
- Ethical considerations in medication
administration and informed consent
Psychiatric Nursing Interventions
and Therapies:
- Application of evidence-based nursing
interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques,
relaxation training, and psychoeducation
- Group therapy facilitation: Role of nurses in
leading therapeutic groups and psychoeducational sessions
- Integrative approaches: Incorporating mindfulness,
relaxation techniques, and holistic care practices
Ethical and Legal Considerations
in Psychiatric Nursing:
- Navigating ethical dilemmas in psychiatric care:
Autonomy, confidentiality, and informed consent
- Understanding the legal framework governing
psychiatric nursing, including involuntary commitment and patient rights
- Balancing patient safety with respect for autonomy
in decision-making
Cultural Competency in
Psychiatric Nursing:
- The importance of cultural awareness and
sensitivity in providing mental health care to diverse populations
- Tailoring nursing interventions to meet the unique
needs of patients from different cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic
backgrounds
- Addressing stigma and promoting mental health
equity in underserved communities
Self-Care and Resilience for
Psychiatric Nurses:
- Understanding the emotional demands of psychiatric
nursing and the risk of burnout
- Strategies for maintaining personal well-being:
Stress management, self-care practices, and seeking support
- Building resilience through professional
development, reflective practice, and peer support
Innovations in Psychiatric
Nursing Practice:
- The role of technology in psychiatric nursing:
Telehealth, electronic health records, and mobile health applications
- Advancements in psychiatric nursing education and
training: Simulation, continuing education, and specialization
- Exploring the future of psychiatric nursing:
Leadership roles, research opportunities, and policy advocacy
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the multifaceted role of psychiatric
nurses in providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care.
- Gain practical knowledge of therapeutic
communication techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and medication
management.
- Explore the ethical, legal, and cultural
considerations relevant to psychiatric nursing practice.
- Learn strategies for promoting self-care,
resilience, and professional growth in psychiatric nursing.
Scientific Highlights
- Psychology and Psychiatry
- Psychology of Brain Aging and Emotional Well-Being
- Psychopathology
- Psychiatric Immunology and Physiological Psychology
- Cognitive and Behavioural Science
- Psychopharmacology and Pharmacotherapy
- AI and Machine Learning in Mental Health
- Psychological Interventions
- Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
- Psychological Case Studies in Mental Health
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Women's Mental Health
- Health, Stress, and Coping
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Psychology Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health
- Stroke, Trauma, and Epilepsy
- Applied Psychology
- Clinical Trials and New Frontiers in Psychotherapy