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Mental health assessment unit audit.

Sophia Ul Haq1, Tilak Ratnayake, Mark Agius

  • 1South Essex University Partnership NHS Trust, UK.

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Summary

The Mental Health Assessment Unit (MHAU) admitted 48 of 100 patients, with shorter stays for less severe cases. Further study on care coordinator experiences is recommended.

Area of Science:

  • Mental Health Services Research
  • Healthcare Management
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • The Mental Health Assessment Unit (MHAU) was established in 2009 to serve as a critical interface between community and in-patient mental health services.
  • Its primary objective is to provide acute assessment within 72 hours, aiming to reduce in-patient hospital admissions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify referrals and admissions to the MHAU over a one-month period.
  • To investigate patient presentation, length of stay, diagnoses, and follow-up plans.
  • To explore the effectiveness of the MHAU in managing acute mental health needs.

Main Methods:

  • Data collection encompassed a one-month period from June 1st to July 2nd, 2010.
  • Information was gathered by reviewing notes from the Crisis and Home Treatment Team (CRHT), medical records, and nursing documentation.

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  • Referral sources, diagnoses, and patient disposition were systematically analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • Out of 100 referrals, 48 patients were admitted to the MHAU. The majority of referrals originated from the Emergency Department.
    • Average length of stay was 2 nights, with shorter durations associated with milder illness and quicker transfers to treatment units.
    • 37 patients were discharged home, 8 transferred to in-patient units, and 3 to external facilities. Most discharged patients received follow-up from the CRHT.

    Conclusions:

    • The study highlights the MHAU's role in acute mental health care, with varying patient complexity and outcomes.
    • A subgroup of patients experienced multiple admissions, suggesting a need for targeted interventions.
    • Further research into patient experiences with care coordinators and longer-term outcome comparisons is warranted.