Självvald inläggning inom den psykiatriska vården : En scoping study

Sammanfattning: Background: The psychiatric care has changed from an institutionalized care towards a more patient-centered care, were ideas such as autonomy and patient participation are raised. The model of Patient-controlled admission has been developed in line with the development. With a focus on a shift of power in the relations between caregiver and patient, with a patient taking more responsibility. Aim: The aim of this study is to describe the central components of the care-model of patient-controlled admission through the experiences of patients and caregivers in psychiatry. Method: A scoping study based on the review of seven scientific articles and three empirical qualitative student essays (master-level). Result: Our research of the data was synthesized into three main themes: Responsibility, Trust and Empowerment. Each theme had three subthemes. These themes show how the acquired and lost responsibility affects the patient and health professionals and the importance of a safe and trusting ward. Most importantly for the patient was that control and knowledge about one’s health raises confidence and resulted in empowering. Conclusion: By turning the traditional paradigm around of the caregiver deciding admission in favor of the patient this strengthens autonomy and feelings of empowerment. The availability of a safe space is positive.