Question

What is the role is Collaborative Management (includes medications) is nursing care? Please explain the role of given below medical care team. and cite a source/reference in APA Citation. Write in your own word.

Collaborative team include:

Nursing staff, Doctor, Social Worker, Psychology, Physical Theraphy and occupational Theraphy.

Answer 1

Introduction:

An effective collaborative teamwork is now globally recognized as an essential tool for constructing a more effective and patient centred health care delivery system. The nature of a collaborative team is varied and complex.

Nowadays, patients are rarely looked after by just one health professional. Team-based health care is the provision of health services to individuals, families, and/or their communities by at least two health providers who work collaboratively with patients and their caregivers to the extent preferred by each patient to accomplish shared goals within and across settings to achieve coordinated, high-quality care .

The incorporation of sharing responsibilities with accountability between team members in health care systems offers great benefit. However, in practice, shared responsibility without high-quality teamwork can result in immediate risks for patients.

Effective teams can improve care at the level of the organization, the team itself as a whole, the individual team member and the patient

Collaborative health care acknowledges the expertise and contribution of all members of the health care team and provides meaningful recognition to them.

THE NURSE’S ROLE IN COLLABORATIVE MANAGEMENT:

Nursing is the only clinical profession whose members are trained to understand the roles of other care providers.

The nurse’s ability to comprehensively assess the patient’s clinical, emotional and social situation and draw upon the available resources to create a patient-centric care plan can help in playing an important part in collaborative care.

Their adaptability, empathy, communication skills and commitment to follow through on care make them strong leaders on a care team and key team players.

For example, nurses can draw upon their training in communication, as it’s critical to collaborative care, whether it’s verbal, written or electronic.

As 24/7 providers of patient care in hospitals, nurses have a unique view of how care is provided .

Nurses can lead the way by being role models in honest and open dialogue with team members about the effectiveness and quality of the patient care and the health of the work environment.

They could be working in hospitals, palliative care, aged care or veteran affairs and they may be providing different types of care.

Registered nurses (RNs) and registered practical nurses (RPNs) care for patients 24 hours a day in the inpatient programs, and also see patients in many outpatient programs.

Nurses provide crucial support. They assess various aspects of health, help to develop treatment priorities, provide care and monitor the patient’s progress. They will provide physical care. They may provide advice and support. They can also explain about the medication that that the patient need to take. They are there for patient and family to share feelings and emotions.

Nurse practitioners (NPs) are nurses who can also diagnose, order and interpret diagnostic tests, perform medical procedures, prescribe medications and admit and discharge patients.

DOCTORS

A person may have a GP, a specialist or other doctors caring for himself. He may have developed close relationships with them.

On admission, a physician will assess the patient, order any medications, tests or treatments needed and, if necessary, can refer the patient to specialists within the hospital.

Physician assistants (PA) provide care under the supervision of a physician. They may ask questions about the patient’s illness, perform a physical examination, order tests, provide a diagnosis or provide treatment. They may also assist a physician during surgery.

SOCIAL WORKERS

Social workers can assist the patient and family in coping with the impact of illness, injury and hospitalization.

They provide emotional support and counselling that may focus on adjustment, self-esteem, dealing with loss, and managing relationships.

They facilitate discharge planning, and can address practical needs such as finances and connecting to the resources the patient need in the community.

Social workers may work together with discharge planners to make sure the patient has somewhere to live when they are discharged.

They may provide referrals for services, such as drug and alcohol counseling and grief counseling.

Patients who are victims of violence, have drug problems or are homeless would all benefit from a referral to a medical social worker.

PSYCHOLOGISTS

Psychologists assess, diagnose, and treat mental health issues, including dealing with illnesses, injuries, and personal crises in one’s life.

Post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, pain management, sleep disorders, adjustment difficulties, anxiety, and feelings of grief and loss are often treated by psychologists.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS

Occupational therapists work with a variety of patients in settings such as acute care hospitals, nursing homes and rehabilitation hospitals.

Occupational therapists (OT) and occupational therapist assistants (OTA) help to develop, adapt or relearn the physical, cognitive and emotional skills needed to do the activities of daily life that are most important and meaningful.

They also help the patient get back to the community as safely and independently as possible.

Occupational therapists look for any changes that may be needed at home. This may include hand rails in the toilet or shower. Occupational therapists also help improve patients’ movement.

An occupational therapist may help the patient improve movement and skills used during activities such as dressing, bathing and cooking. Patients recovering from a condition such as a stroke may benefit from a referral for occupational therapy.

PHYSIOTHERAPISTS

Physiotherapists (PT) and physiotherapist assistants (PTA) may help to enhance and maintain the patient’s physical abilities at the highest level possible.

Physiotherapists provide assessment, education and treatment for a wide range of health issues. They may provide therapeutic exercises, ultrasound, electrical muscle stimulation, strengthening exercises, and mobility training.

Physical therapists work with patients in order to improve or restore physical functioning, such as strength or movement.

Therapists evaluate and develop treatment plans to improve range of motion, balance, coordination, posture, endurance and mobility, such as getting out of a chair or walking.

Physical therapists work with patients with all types of injuries and illnesses, such broken bones, loss of function due to an accident or chronic disorders, such as muscular dystrophy.

Physical therapy may also be prescribed to decrease pain or for patients who have lost function due to prolonged bed rest.

Physical therapy may be prescribed for patients both in acute care hospitals and at home.

PHARMACISTS

Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians review and monitor all medications ordered for patients in hospital.

They will check for allergies, drug interactions and other potential safety concerns.

They are also available to teach about your medications and answer any questions the patient have about them.

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST:

Breathing problems are caused by everything from asthma to head injuries.

Respiratory therapists assess and treat patients who are having difficulty breathing.

Therapists administer medication, set up and monitor life support equipment such as ventilators, and teach patients how to manage chronic lung disorders.

Respiratory therapists also insert breathing tubes into a patient’s airway in order to assist with breathing.

RADIATION THERAPISTS

Radiation therapists (RT) and clinical specialist radiation therapists (CSRT) provide care for cancer patients and their families throughout radiation treatment planning and delivery.

They provide emotional support throughout the course of treatment and help you manage any side effects.

DIETITIANS

Nutritionists in healthcare facilities do much more than plan a menu.

They work with individual patients to make sure they are getting proper nutrition based on their medical condition.

A doctor or nurse in a healthcare facility, may need to consult with a clinical nutritionist in instances where patients are on a calorie-restricted diet or those who have dietary limitations due to their conditions.

Nutritionists also work closely with patients who are unable to eat and are fed liquid through tubes due to their conditions.

RECREATION THERAPISTS

Recreational therapists provide therapy or treatment through various types of recreational activities.

Recreational therapy is prescribed to help the cognitive, physical and emotional needs of patients.

Recreational therapists first evaluate the patient to determine what the patient’s needs are and what types of activities the patient enjoys.

Recreational therapy may be helpful with patients of all ages, but it may be especially beneficial for children.

SPIRITUAL THERAPY:

Not all patients will have spiritual needs, but religion and spirituality may be important to some. On admission to the hospitals, patients are often asked if they have spiritual needs and would like a visit from the hospital chaplain.

Some patients who are coping with an illness may gain strength from their spirituality.

Although they are not medical workers, hospital chaplains are trained to work with patients in a healthcare setting.

Hospital chaplains can help patients deal with the stress of being hospitalized through counseling and prayer.

Chaplains may also help family members deal with grief and difficult situations.

REFERENCE:

Amir Babiker.(2014). Health care professional development: Working as a team to improve patient care. Sudanese Journal of Pediatrics,14(2),9-16.

Nancy, E. Epstein.(2014). Multidisciplinary in-hospital teams improve patient outcomes: A review. Surgical Neurology International.5(7),295-303.