Present a brief over view of the main presenting issues as outlined in the case scenario. 

Briefly describe what the psycho-social issues pertaining to this client are that needs to be taken into account by the nurses to ensure that Fred receives the most therapeutic care and outcome. 

You need to consider in your answer issues of safety, consumer (Fred) focus, and self‐efficacy

Describe the main aspects within the Mental Health Act (2014) as it relates to Fred’s situation. 

Explain the provisions that are in the Mental Health Act (2014) that can ensure Fred’s rights as a patient are protected when he is admitted to the ‘authorised hospital’ in Perth.

Gather the available information (evidence) from the case scenario, and document the client’s Mental State Examination in the form of progress notes (medical record) under the appropriate MSE headings (Present your information in the MSE format using the provided sequencing). 

Explain why the MSE is important in capturing a ‘picture’ of the patient at the time of the assessment. 

Provide a provisional diagnose(s) that could be made (based on the MSE) as to Fred’s possible presenting condition (s) in the way of a critical discussion.

Based on your MSE of Fred’s presentation (in Derby) in the above case scenario, clearly list and briefly describe THREE potential risks (in order of priority) that Fred is likely to pose over the next 24 hours when admitted to the ‘authorised hospital’ in Perth. 

Describe Fred’s management plan based on your identified (3) risks within the 24 hours in the approved hospital in Perth. 

Effectively and comprehensively summarises main points within the report – highlighting key areas.          

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