Purpose of Treatment plans

Communicate the purpose of a given treatment to all parties involved in the process; including patients, counselors, referral sources, 3rd parties, and accrediting bodies

Provides a measure for a patient’s progress in treatment.

Purpose of treatment plans cont.

Defines and measures interventions in patient care.

Assures that problems identified at assessment are not forgotten.

Unit 6 Project

Begin with summary of target behaviors Treatment Goals (specific, measurable, and

achievable) At least two goals. 30 points. Proposed Course of Treatment (relate to each

treatment goal) This section is also 30 points.

Points to consider

There is not a standard template for writing a treatment plan

Target Behaviors: Include a problem statement/presenting problem

Problems should be written as negative statements and so as to indicate action to be taken

• Problems must be individualized to each patient. • What words does the patient use to describe

their problem?

Problem Statement/Presenting Problem

Problem statements should include evidence of the problem (i.e., the behaviors, the symptoms)

How do we know this is a problem? Problem statements assists to individualize Problem statements may include patients own

words to describe the problem.

Goals- Restate in positive terms

Example: Problem- The patient does not have any social supports

Goal- The patient will gain social supports

Example: Problem- The patient wets the bed. Goal- The patient will be free from bed wetting

Long and short term goals

Goal is also a behavioral outcome statement. If someone achieved a particular goal it could

be measured. Long term goal is the best eventual resolution Short term goals are behavioral steps along

the continuum the patient must take to meet the long term goal.

Other points to consider

Identify the person’s need for another level of care. Ensure the continuity of care. Include the input and participation of:

The person served. The family or legally authorized representative, when

appropriate. Appropriate personnel. The referral source, as appropriate

Treatment plan is like a road map

Treatment previously given to the patient is recorded on old treatment plans and supported by progress notes.

In the case of new problems add them to the treatment plan.

It is a changing document.

Including the client

Educate the patient as to the expectations of the patient and clinician.

Develop the treatment plan WITH the patient. Review with the patient his/ her progress in

achieving the treatment plan goals. Negotiate any changes in the treatment plan

with the patient. The patient should know what is on the plan.

Making PowerPoint Slides

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Bad Slides

Tips to be Covered

Outlines Slide Structure Fonts Color Background Spelling and Grammar

Outline

Make your 1st or 2nd slide an outline of your presentation– Ex: previous slide

Follow the order of your outline for the rest of the presentation

Only place main points on the outline slide– Ex: Use the titles of each slide as main points

Slide Structure

Write in point form, not complete sentences Avoid wordiness: use key words and phrases

only

Slide Structure Mistakes

This page contains too many words for a presentation slide. It is not written in point form, making it difficult both for your audience to read and for you to present each point. Although there are exactly the same number of points on this slide as the previous slide, it looks much more complicated.

Slide Structure – Good

Show one point at a time:– Will help concentrate on what your points– Will help you keep your presentation focused

Slide Structure - Mistakes

Do not use distracting animation

Do not go overboard with the animation

Be consistent with the animation that you use

Fonts - Good

Use a at least an 18 pt font 12 pt font is too small. 18 pt looks like

this and here is 28. Use different size fonts for main points and

secondary points– this font is 24-point, the main point font is 28-point,

and the title font is 36-point

Use a standard font like Times New Roman or Arial

Fonts - Mistakes

If you use a small font, your audience won’t be able to read what you have written

CAPITALIZE ONLY WHEN NECESSARY. IT IS DIFFICULT TO READ

Don’t use a complicated font

Using color (not necessary but you may choose to do so)

Use a color of font that contrasts sharply with the background– Ex: blue font on white background

Use color to reinforce the logic of your structure– Ex: light blue title and dark blue text

Use color to emphasize a point– But only use this occasionally

Color - Mistakes

Using a font color that does not contrast with the background color is hard to read

Using color for decoration is distracting and Using a different color for each point is

unnecessary– Using a different color for secondary points is also

unnecessary Trying to be creative can backfire

Background - Good

Use backgrounds such as this one that are attractive but simple

Use backgrounds which are light

Use the same background consistently throughout your presentation

Background – Mistakes

Avoid backgrounds that are distracting or difficult to read from

Always be consistent with the background that you use

Spelling and Grammar

Proof your slides for:– speling mistakes– the use of of repeated words– grammatical errors you might have make

Conclusion

Use a conclusion slide to:– Summarize the main points of your presentation– Suggest future avenues of research

APA Record Keeping Guideline 9 Electronic Records:

Electronic records, like paper records, should be created and maintained in a way that is designed to protect their security, integrity, confidentiality, and appropriate access, as well as their compliance with applicable legal and ethical requirements.

Rationale for Guideline 9

The use of electronic methods and media compels psychologists to become aware of the unique aspects of electronic record keeping in their particular practice settings.

Rationale continued

In many cases, psychologists who maintain electronic records will be subject to the HIPAA Security Rule, which requires a detailed analysis of the risks associated with electronic

records.

Rationale cont.

Psychologists struggle with questions such as whether to communicate with clients through e-mail and how to allow for the secure transmission, storage, and destruction of

electronic records.

Application of guideline 9

Psychologists using online test administration and scoring systems may consider using a case identification number rather than the client’s Social Security number as the record identifier.

Application cont

Psychologists using computers or other digital or electronic storage devices to maintain client treatment records may consider using passwords or encryption to protect confidential

material

Application cont

The psychologist strives to become aware

of special issues associated with using electronic methods and media and seeks training and consultation when necessary

References

www.aotod.org (American Association for Treatment of Opioid Dependence)

www.microsoft.com

APA. (2007). Recording Keeping Guidelines. American Psychology, 62 (9), 993-1004. doi: 10.1037/0003-066X.62.9.993