RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Maria
T1 Additional Mental Health Training and Resources Needed for Nurses in the ED
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2015
FD SAGE Publications
VO 14
IS 44
SP 21
OP 21
DO 10.1177/155989771444018
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/14/44/21.1.abstract
AB Training and support, in the form of both physical and human resources, are needed to assist emergency department (ED) nurses in meeting the needs of patients with mental illness. Individuals seeking assistance for a mental health crisis often present in the ED. This article presents results from a study that assessed whether ED nurses have adequate knowledge, resources, skills, and confidence to meet the needs of patients with mental illness, and reported the nurses' perceptions and experiences in this area.