Case Example: Trauma and Stress-Related Disorder and Sleep Disorder (Follow-Up)
A 40-year-old Hispanic female with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Insomnia returned for follow-up. She reports frequent nightmares and difficulty falling asleep due to hypervigilance and intrusive memories related to a past traumatic event. She describes feeling constantly on edge, with racing thoughts and an inability to relax, which worsens her sleep difficulties and increases […]
Case Example: Substance Use Disorder and Anxiety Disorder (Follow-Up)
A 33-year-old Caucasian male with Alcohol Use Disorder and Generalized Anxiety Disorder returned for follow-up. He reports continued cravings for alcohol, especially during stressful situations, and describes increased anxiety when unable to use alcohol as a coping mechanism. He notes feeling nervous and restless throughout the day, which exacerbates his urge to drink. Preceptor Plans […]
Reflections on Evidence-Based Practice, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and Standards of Care
As an advanced practice provider, you may encounter situations where your clinical judgment differs from your colleagues. For this reflective assignment, you will begin to gain experience in recognizing Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) for Standards of Care from evidence-based practices. You will critically evaluate a treatment plan you feel your preceptor may have deviated from […]
For this Assignment, you will assess a patient in a case study who presents with a neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental disorder
Neurodevelopmental disorders begin in the developmental period of childhood and may continue through adulthood. They may range from the very specific to a general or global impairment, and often co-occur (APA, 2022). They include specific learning and language disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorders, and intellectual disabilities. Neurocognitive disorders, on the other […]
NRNP 6635 – Week 10: Neurocognitive and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
1. Introduction Neurocognitive disorders (NCDs): Conditions characterized by decline in cognitive function compared to a previous level of performance. Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs): Conditions with onset in the developmental period, typically manifesting before age 18, involving deficits in personal, social, academic, or occupational functioning. Clinical Importance: Both categories significantly impact quality of life, independence, and family […]