Create a concept map of a mental health diagnosis using one of the mental health scenario case studies presented in this section of the course.

Concept maps are useful tools to help care providers and patients visualize the big picture of a condition. By being able to present a snapshot of symptoms, impacts, treatments, as well as contributing and risk factors, concept maps can improve communication, treatment planning, and health outcomes. Understanding how to create accurate, well-organized, and easy to understand concept maps will help you improve your efficacy as a healthcare practitioner and the outcomes of the patients you work with.

Before beginning this assessment, make sure that you have completed the three Sentinel U case study activities included in the assessment. These will form the basis of your assessment.

For this assessment you will select one of the mental health Sentinel U case study activities and create a concept map that outlines the pathophysiology, pharmacology, and physical assessment of the mental health diagnosis from your chosen case study.

The key components of a mental health diagnosis concept map include the pathophysiology, pharmacology, and physical assessment of the diagnosis. The concept map should outline the key concepts related to the diagnosis, including risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic procedures, medications, complications, nursing diagnoses, and nursing interventions. The map should be organized using a nursing concept map template, such as spider maps, hierarchical maps, or flow charts, to organize the information. The concept map should be accurate, complete, well-organized, and use appropriate nursing concepts and terminology.

To complete your concept map, you may wish to follow these steps:

1. Select one of the mental health Sentinel U scenarios:

· Ivy Jackson, 61 YO, Female, African American.

· Marco Mancini, 43 YO, Male, Mediterranean.

· Wesley Blanco, 13 YO, Non-Binary, Filipino, White.

2. Research the pathophysiology, pharmacology, and physical assessment of the chosen mental health diagnosis within the Sentinel-U case study.

3. Complete the case study simulation and download the simulation report showing the patient you selected and showing 100% complete.

4. Create a concept map that outlines the key concepts related to the chosen diagnosis, including risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic procedures, medications, complications, nursing diagnoses, and nursing interventions.