The effectiveness of a nurse-led, stepped care intervention
Posted: January 15th, 2023
The effectiveness of a nurse-led, stepped care intervention for common mental health problems in primary care
Identify one peer-reviewed article that is relevant to PMHNP practice. Write a brief summation of no more than 250 words that describes how the findings of the article can be applied to psychiatric-mental health advanced practice nursing. Post a copy of the article to your initial post.
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“The effectiveness of a nurse-led, stepped care intervention for common mental health problems in primary care: a randomized controlled trial” by J. Roos, E. G. Kaptein, H. L. van Marwijk, and J. J. van Weert is a relevant peer-reviewed article for PMHNP practice. The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a nurse-led, stepped care intervention in treating common mental health problems in primary care. The study found that the intervention resulted in a significant reduction in symptoms of anxiety and depression, and improved quality of life for patients.
This article can be applied to PMHNP practice by highlighting the potential effectiveness of a nurse-led, stepped care intervention in treating common mental health problems in primary care. This study suggests that PMHNPs, working in collaboration with primary care providers, can play a significant role in treating common mental health problems and improving quality of life for patients. Additionally, the study supports the use of a stepped care approach, which can help to ensure that patients receive the appropriate level of care based on their individual needs.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4390267/