Health maintenance and promotion efforts for patients with severe and persistent mental illness should include education about the importance of regular:

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Individuals with severe mental illness have an increased prevalence of medical disorders.Patients should be taught the importance of regular visits to a primary care physician for screening for these illnesses.Home safety inspections are more often suggested for patients with physical impairments.Caregivers and family members usually evaluate self-care abilities,rather than the patient.Assessment of a patient's support system is not usually considered part of health promotion and maintenance.

Health Maintenance and Promotion Efforts for Patients with Severe and Persistent