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The Acute Psychiatric Emergencies guidance provides essential protocols for managing mental health crises in the offshore environment. Developed by the Topside Medical Forum (TMF), this document addresses the unique challenges of managing psychiatric emergencies in remote settings, ensuring the safety of both the patient and the staff involved.

  • Document Type: Guidance

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Description

Key Features:

  • Comprehensive Risk Assessment: Offers a detailed framework for identifying, assessing, and managing mental health emergencies, including agitation, anxiety, and suicidal ideation.
  • De-escalation Techniques: Guidance on using communication and environmental control to manage disturbed behaviour, minimizing the need for physical or pharmacological interventions.
  • Pharmacological Intervention: Instructions for the safe administration of sedatives and tranquilizers, emphasizing patient safety and compliance with best medical practices.
  • Transportation Protocols: Detailed procedures for safely evacuating individuals with psychiatric conditions, whether by air or sea, with specific attention to minimizing risks during transfer.
  • Post-Incident Management: Guidelines for assessing fitness to return to offshore work after treatment, ensuring workers are mentally prepared to rejoin their teams.