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Select a client whom you observed or counseled this week. Then, address the following in your Practicum Journal: Selected client: (A 28 yr old male addicted to heroin)
    Describe the client (without violating HIPAA regulations) and identify any pertinent history or medical information, including prescribed medications.
    Using the DSM-5, explain and justify your diagnosis for this client.
    Explain whether motivational interviewing would be effective with this client. Include expected outcomes based on this therapeutic approach. Support your approach with evidence-based literature. (At least 3 current, up to date, scholarly references)
    Explain any legal and/or ethical implications related to counseling this client.
Course references:
Wheeler, K. (Ed.). (2014). Psychotherapy for the advanced practice psychiatric nurse: A how-to guide for evidence-based practice (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company.
American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Washington, DC: Author.