Establishing sensory-based approaches in mental health inpatient care: a multidisciplinary approach

Australasian Psychiatry : Bulletin of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
Angela ChalmersKelly Gray

Abstract

To reflect upon the implementation of sensory-based approaches within the environment of a psychiatric inpatient unit. A literature review on sensory modulation within psychiatric inpatient care, including seclusion and restraint reduction initiatives, was conducted. A variety of sensory-based principles were planned, developed and implemented over a 3-year period. Preliminary data regarding sensory room use and acute arousal ratings within the high-dependency area were analysed. Preliminary sensory room data showed a significant reduction in patient distress levels, as per consumer and clinician ratings, and that the majority of sensory room sessions were conducted by nursing staff. A significant reduction was also found for acute arousal ratings, pre to post, for the HDU engagement program. Several issues were uncovered throughout implementation of the sensory-based strategies. Findings indicate the importance of cultural change, compared with simply an environmental change, giving all staff and consumers the confidence to utilise a variety of sensory-based methods during times of need. Further Australian research is required to explore the positive contribution sensory modulation can potentially make across the spectrum of p...Continue Reading

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