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Assignment Instructions
Write a 500-word reflection paper based on one of the following experiences:
Your mental health clinical rotation
A Med/Surg or other clinical patient with psychosocial or mental health concerns
An approved movie option listed in D2L (only if you have not yet attended your mental health rotation or cared for an appropriate patient)

Your paper should be organized using the following headings: You MUST use the Template provided!
Introduction and Nursing Diagnoses
Reflection
Nursing Care Plan
Nursing Intervention Rationales & Evaluations
References (separate page)

PART 1. Introduction and Nursing Diagnoses (Approx. 125 words)
Provide a brief introduction to your client without using identifying information. Include:
Age range and relevant background information
Psychiatric diagnosis/diagnoses
Pertinent physical health diagnoses
Clinical setting or situation

Then identify your top two priority nursing diagnoses from your clinical observation sheet.
(Requirements for Nursing Diagnoses)
Include:
One 3-part nursing diagnosis
One "Risk For" nursing diagnosis
Nursing diagnoses must be written in correct NANDA format.
"Risk For" diagnoses should not include evidence because the problem has not yet occurred.
Include Rationale
Briefly explain why you selected each diagnosis using:
Client observations
Patient statements or quotations
Staff or family reports
Behavioral findings
Assessment data

PART 2. Reflection (Approx. 250 words)
Reflect on how nurses can provide the best possible care for this client and their family.
Address the following questions:
What barriers may interfere with implementing your nursing interventions?
What ethical principles apply to this situation?
Do you believe the client is receiving the best possible care? Why or why not?
What additional supports, therapies, or community resources may benefit the client and family?
How can nurses advocate for improved mental health care?
You may discuss:
Therapeutic communication
Family or group therapy
Community mental health resources
Integrative treatment options
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Social determinants of health

Ethical Principles to Consider
Autonomy - Respecting the patient's right to make decisions
Beneficence - Promoting the patient's well-being
Nonmaleficence - Avoiding harm
Justice - Providing fair and equal care
Fidelity - Maintaining commitment and trust
Veracity - Communicating truthfully