Aims:
- To learn how to conduct and document observations in mental health settings.
- To understand the role of observation in risk management.
Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the different levels of observation.
- Implement observation policies and procedures.
References
NICE Guidelines on Violence and Aggression (NG10): www.nice.org.uk
- Mental Health Act Code of Practice (2015) – www.gov.uk
- Royal College of Psychiatrists Guidance on Suicide Prevention and Observation – www.rcpsych.ac.uk
Mental health observation levels Risk management in mental health Documenting mental health observations