Risk is ?
probability of negative consequences caused by vulnerabilites, and can be limited by pre emptive action
it is dynamic and multifactorial
4 parts of a Risk assessment?
self harm and suicide
harm to others
self neglect
vulnerability from others
Self harm and suicide - what not to forget
future hopes/plans
detail of past attempts
clinical pictures ass w this risk
Risk of harm to others - what not to forget
thoughts that others may cause harm history of harm to others weapon access clinical pictures associated with this risk driving
Self neglect - what not to forget
interest in self care - food and drink - social support - clinical pictures ass w this risk
risk of vulnerability - what not to forget
clinical pictures - Intellectual disability , dementia, substance misuse