10 Questions
Which age group had the highest rate of mental health-related emergency department (ED) presentations in Australia in 2019-20?
Women aged 18-24
What percentage of all presentations to public Australian EDs were mental health-related in 2019-20?
3.8%
Did the proportion of mental health-related ED presentations increase or decrease from 2018-19 to 2019-20?
Increase
Which gender had a higher rate of mental health-related ED presentations in Australia in 2019-20?
Males
Which country is mentioned in the text as having a growing concern for mental health in emergency situations?
Both Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a possible setting for initial contact with an individual experiencing mental distress?
At a mental health clinic
Why is it critical for staff to respond to individuals with empathy and compassion in the ED?
To improve the quality of care
What can emergency assessment and treatment trigger for people experiencing mental health issues?
Memories of previous traumatic events
How do people experiencing mental health issues commonly perceive ED presentation?
As a negative event
What is important to understand about the emergency clinical environment in relation to people with previous traumatic experiences?
It can trigger memories of previous traumatic events
Test your knowledge on mental health in emergency situations in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Learn about the growing concern of mental health challenges in emergency settings and the increasing number of distressed people seeking help in hospitals and communities. Explore statistics and facts about mental health-related presentations in public Australian EDs.
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