Download the Disorders Worksheet (below) and complete the tables with information from your readings, additional research, and the course information. You may find it helpful to complete the worksheet as you do the readings for this Module. Be sure to list your references in APA format at the end of the worksheet. Module 05 Written […]
Walden University NRNP 6665 Week 4: Assessing, Diagnosing, and Treating Adults With Mood Disorders Subjective: CC (chief complaint): I have a history of taking medication then stopping them. I don’t think I need them. The medication squashes who I am. The patient expresses a strong desire to maintain her sense of identity, which she feels […]
ASSESSING AND TREATING PATIENTS WITH BIPOLAR DISORDER Bipolar disorder is a unique disorder that causes shifts in mood and energy, which results in depression and mania for patients. These shifts can significantly impair daily functioning and lead to profound challenges in a patient’s life. Proper diagnosis of this disorder is often a challenge for two […]
Treatment Plan for Depressive Disorder: “Captain of the Ship” Project Nurse practitioners (NPs) are increasingly recognized as primary care providers with full-practice authority in many states. This shift allows psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) to take on a leadership role in managing patient care. This paper outlines a comprehensive treatment plan for an adult […]