As a practicum and internship student, what professional organization can you join? Are there benefits and services to you as a member? Identify activities you can be a part of. Discuss one current issue relevant to the profession. Note: These items are usually listed on the professional organization’s website, but you may research elsewhere for […]

Locate a mass media article published within the last year that describes findings of an epidemiological study. Be sure that the article is about an epidemiological study and not another area of population health. Then, use the Walden Library to locate the peer-reviewed research article on which the mass media report is based. Post a […]

1. Describe the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis in your own words. What are the patient’s risk factors for this diagnosis? Pathophysiology of Primary Diagnosis Alzheimer disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease and gradually progressing and is distinguished by the multiplexing of amyloid-beta plaques and tau tangles in the cranium which kill neurons and make […]

Description of the psychopharmacological medication agent, including brand and generic names, as well as appropriate FDA indication uses Any supporting, valid, and reliable research for non-FDA uses Drug classification The medication mechanism of action The medication pharmacokinetics The medication pharmacodynamics Appropriate dosing, administration route, and any considerations for dosing alterations Considerations of use and dosing […]

What are your state’s requirements for practicum, internship, and supervision hours required for graduation and licensure? List two sites that would be an appropriate place to complete your practicum and internship requirements. What specialized training would these facilities offer to you? How does this affect your long-term plan? Identify if you are taking any specialty […]