Ethical and Legal Foundations of PMHNP Care

Advanced practice nursing in all specialties is guided by codes of ethics that put the care, rights, duty, health, and safety of the patient first and foremost. PMHNP practice is also guided by ethical codes specifically for psychiatry. These ethical codes are frameworks to guide clinical decision making; they are generally not prescriptive. They also […]
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The National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF)

The National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) has determined nine broad areas of core competence that apply to all nurse practitioners, regardless of specialty or patient population focus. NONPF created the first set of Nurse Practitioner Competencies in 1990; the most recent updates were incorporated in 2017. This course was designed to prepare you […]
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Prescribing for Older Adults and Pregnant Women

After assessing and diagnosing a patient, PMHNPs must take into consideration special characteristics of the patient before determining an appropriate course of treatment. For pharmacological treatments that are not FDA-approved for a particular use or population, off-label use may be considered when the potential benefits could outweigh the risks. Prescribing for Older Adults and Pregnant […]
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Is It ADHD Depression or Both

ADHD and depression can  co-occur. Depression is nearly three times more prevalent among adults with ADHD. What links the two conditions? And how are they treated? Is It ADHD, Depression, or Both? Can You Have Both ADHD and Depression? Attention deceit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and depression are conditions that can and often cooccur. Depression is […]
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Care Delivery Model

Care Delivery Model: Patient-Centred Medical Home (PCMH) Identify a care delivery model associated with a health outcome within your community. Prioritize risk mitigation strategies to prevent or reduce adverse health outcomes in your community. Introduction In my community, the Patient- Centred Medical Home (PCMH) model is used in several primary care clinics. This model emphasizes […]
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Translating Evidence into Practice

Gap in Current PracticeIn my current practice setting, I have noticed a gap in the consistent use of standardized depression screening tools for adult patients during initial psychiatric evaluations. While some providers use evidence-based tools like the PHQ-9, others rely solely on unstructured interviews, leading to variations in diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning. Applying the […]
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Legal and Ethical Issues Related to Psychiatric Emergencies

The diagnosis of psychiatric emergencies can include a wide range of problems—from serious drug reactions to abuse and suicidal ideation/behaviors. Regardless of care setting, the PMHNP must know how to address emergencies, coordinate care with other members of the health care team and law enforcement officials (when indicated), and effectively communicate with family members who […]
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COU202 Assessment Task 4

COU202 Assessment Task 4: Skills Demonstration 3 (20%) Due Date: Week 10 – 12 Skills Demonstration of the final counselling session with a client (10 minutes) Skills demonstrations will be delivered in Weeks 10 – 12 during tutorial time, according to the schedule established by the tutor. Students will work in pairs to deliver the […]
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Entering Global Markets and Managing Global Operations’ term

Entering Global Markets and Managing Global Operations’ term. After you have successfully chosen the key term that interests you the most, research a minimum of 5 recent international business/management articles that relate to the concept on which you wish to focus your research. Articles must be found in reputable professional and/or scholarly journals and/or business/trade […]
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Current Healthcare Provider Integration Into Clinical Decision-Making

Investigate and briefly discuss current and emerging trends such as accountable care organizations (ACOs), the development of large hospital health systems, and the continuation of private insurance coverage by self-funded employers. Select two of the six specific trends listed below and develop an in-depth analysis of the selected trends. Identify how these trends might influence […]
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NRNP-6675C-56 Week 5 Assignment

NRNP-6675C-56 Week 5 Assignment. Between 10% and 20% of the population experience personality disorders. They are difficult to treat as individuals with personality disorders are less likely to seek help than individuals with other mental health disorders. Treatment can be challenging as they do not see their symptoms as painful to themselves or others. Paraphilic […]
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NRNP-6675C-56 Focused SOAP Note for Anxiety, PTSD, and OCD

In assessing patients with anxiety, obsessive-compulsive, and trauma and stressor-related disorders, you will continue the practice of looking to understand chief symptomology in order to develop a diagnosis. With a differential diagnosis in mind, you can then move to a treatment and follow-up plan that may involve both psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic approaches. NRNP-6675C-56 Focused SOAP […]
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NRNP-6675C-56 Evaluation and Management (E/M)

NRNP-6675C-56 Evaluation and Management (E/M). Insurance coding and billing is complex, but it boils down to how to accurately apply a code, or CPT (current procedural terminology), to the service that you provided. The payer then reimburses the service at a certain rate. As a provider, you will have to understand what codes to use […]
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NRNP-6675C-56 Study Plan

Can you imagine an athlete deciding to run a marathon without training for the event? Most ambitious people who have set this goal will follow a specific training plan that will allow them to feel confident. Can you imagine an athlete deciding to run a marathon without training for the event? Most ambitious people who […]
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How to achieve the Triple Aim?

The Triple Aim is an effort to redesign the health care system.  To achieve the Triple Aim, changes are needed within health care environments, as well as in provider and consumer behavior (Mason, 2021).   What is the role of the advanced practice nurse in creating an informed citizenry that is empowered to advance wellbeing within individuals, […]
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SOAP Note – Sherman Tremaine

Sherman Tremaine DR. MOORE: Good afternoon. I’m Dr. Moore. Want to thank you for coming in for your appointment today. I’m going to be asking you some questions about your history and some symptoms. And to get started, I just want to ensure I have the right patient and chart. So can you tell me […]
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Strategies for Empowerment Blog

To prepare: Review the Writing Strategies Resources found in this week’s Learning Resources. Review the Walden DNP Resources found in this week’s Learning Resources. Reflect on any strategies you have used (academically and/or professionally) in the past that empowered you in one or more of the following areas: planning, time management, studying, or effective technology […]
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