Mhc108: Mental Health - Mr Assessment Answer

Internal Code: 2ACBE

Mr Todd’s Nursing Case Study Assignment

Context:

The case study below describes the mental health concerns of a man who presents to you for counselling. You are required to review the case, identify the presenting mental health issues and potential treatment options, for example CBT, that would help recovery. Crisis counselling is to be considered in addition to two different counselling approaches.

Case Study

Instructions:

Write a 1500-word essay that covers how you would respond to Todd in the above case study and the reasons for your choice.

It is expected that the paper will incorporate a formal introduction, main points and conclusion. Consider the following as a format guide:

Presenting problem/s:

• Correct identification of presented mental health concerns
• What problems need to be addressed and in what order?
• Describe the probable causes: physical, social and environmental
• Describe the symptoms and signs

Underlying issue:

• How will you determine the underlying concerns?
• What immediate actions do you need to take?
• What are the statutory requirements and duty of care you need to take?
• What reporting do you need to complete?

Treatment:

Present two counselling models which might be appropriate for treating Todd’s case. Justify the chosen models and why, consider:

1. The therapeutic aims
2. Technique/s
3. What elements of Todd’s case make each counselling model appropriate?

How would you manage Todd as a client on an ongoing basis?

Evaluate each model:

Look at the strengths and weaknesses, similarities and differences of each model.

Assess if referral is required in Todd’s case.