Trauma Informed Care Flashcards
What is the definition of trauma?
**An event or series of events that involve a direct or perceived threat of death, severe bodily harm, a psychological injury that the person finds deeply distressing at the time. Trauma can also be experienced by being a witness to trauma, such as when a child sees domestic violence.
* ACE’s (adverse childhood events) play an important role.
* Trauma can occur at any point in the life span.
What type of event plays an important role in trauma?
ACE’s (adverse childhood events) play an important role
What is trauma informed care?
Trauma Informed Care is an approach that acknowledges the existence and significance trauma (past and present) plays in the health and recovery of our patients/clients.
The approach includes ensuring safety of both patient/client and provider; using supportive practices and environments to engage patient/client (s); being patient/client focused through collaboration and choice; and acknowledging the strength and resilience of the individual.
A form of care that takes the whole person into account. It realizeswhatwidespread trauma is and the different kinds of trauma and how trauma can manifest itself.
TIC approach in healthcare is **strength based **and congruent with person centered care. It is collaborative, supportive and focused on giving as much control as possible to the person.
Does trauma informed care heal trauma?
Does not heal trauma or address trauma directly. Rather everyone applies same principles universally.
What are the principles of trauma informed care?
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Acknowledge the ongoing effects of trauma, validating that it is relevant and understand that a persons past experiences can affect their future functioning. External events can trigger people resulting in a range of illnesses or maladaptive coping.
Acknowledging can be life changing for some. - Recognize the need for physical and emotional safety. This can be difficult. Environment should be clean, soothing, uncluttered with attention to seating arrangements and signage. Consistency and predictability important. Trust, acceptance and respect vital.
- Understand the nuances in the environment and interpersonal interactions. Intentionally integrate this way of being in all interactions. Give as much control and choice as possible.
How did Peplau reinforce trauma informed care before it was named that?
Peplau because she reinforced that a common goal for nurses is to establish safety and security for the patient through the therapeutic relationship. Achieve this by tending to patient’s needs, and not simply to their actions and behaviours
How did Neuman provide trauma-informed care before it was called that?
Neuman because in the systems model the nurse-pt dyad informs how one’s strengths and skills come to influence how someone copes and reacts to stressors.
