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Comorbidity of serious mental illness (SMI) and metabolic syndrome contributes to the reduced lifespan of individuals with SMI. Integration of physical and mental health care has been slow. The current study explored the level of knowledge of metabolic syndrome and practices of psychiatric-mental health nurses related to metabolic syndrome risks. Using a knowledge survey and adapted Mental Health Nurse Physical Health Attitude Scale, the researchers surveyed 175 psychiatric nurses through an online social media website. Of respondents, 52% identified all five risk factors for metabolic syndrome. However, only 70.8% knew all recommended physiological monitoring markers. There was no significant relationship between knowledge score and integration of physical health care activities in practice; however, knowledge regarding metabolic syndrome risk factors was high. Currently, integration of this knowledge into care is lagging. Nurse educators must integrate assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of physical health status and related needs of individuals with SMI. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 54(11), 44-53.].
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