URIs are pretty common in psychiatric units due to close living quarters and shared spaces. Here’s what to do when patients complain of cough, congestion, and feeling “sick.”

Patients with a history of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) often arrive at the psychiatric unit due to symptoms such as suicidality, aggression, or substance disorder issues.

Thyroid diseases encompass a range of disorders affecting the thyroid gland, which regulates metabolism, energy, and overall hormonal balance.

Lupus, or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing widespread inflammation and tissue damage.

Swollen feet, ankles, and calves can be due to various reasons, some incidental and others requiring immediate attention. 

Epilepsy is often comorbid with psychiatric conditions like depression, anxiety, and psychosis, so it is likely that some of your patients will suffer from seizure disorders. Here are practical recommendations for managing these disorders in the inpatient psychiatric unit.

Identifying a potential acute stroke in the psychiatric unit is crucial because immediate treatment can usually prevent permanent neurologic damage.