rehab psych

Question 1

what is rehab psych?

Answer 1

MHS for people with severe and enduring mental illness

with complex needs not met in hosp etc

reduced social functioning

Question 2

inclusion criteria for patients

Answer 2

1. referral from sector teams
2. adults 18-65
3. ongoing symptoms
4. reduced social function
5. needs not met elsewhere

Question 3

exclusion criteria ?

Answer 3

age
acutely unwell/unstable
ID
dementia
substance abuse
no consent for referral

Question 4

referral process for rehab psych?

Answer 4

1. referral form
2. FACE assessment incl risk
3. case summary
4. case discussed at MDT
5. date set for assessment by rehab consultant

Question 5

what is the CANS?

Answer 5

camberwell assessment of needs - questionnaire for 22 areas of life

Question 6

what is SFQ?

Answer 6

social functioning qestionnaire

done by mental health worker who is familiar with service user

five areas of functioning

Question 7

what do rehab psychiatrists do?

Answer 7

1. tx symptoms
2. assess housing needs
3. vocational training
   4 integrated care plan
4. entry and exit system - plan discharge from first contact
5. recovery oriented practice