Introduction The purpose of this discussion board is to review case study 3 and address the different cultural aspects of how to approach building a health history of this patient. Patient MR is a Native American male that is complaining of anxiety and seeking help. He has been drinking and smoking “pot” to help himself […]

FIRST POST NURS 6630: Psychopharmalogical Approaches to Treat Psychopathology-Week 7 Discussion List three questions you might ask the patient if she were in your office. Provide a rationale for why you might ask these questions. Ask about her social history- her social history will help be determine if there any social determinants that might influence […]

Assignment: Study Guide for Medication Treatment Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychosis Disorders Psychosis and schizophrenia greatly impact the brain’s normal processes, which interfere with the ability to think clearly. When symptoms of these disorders are uncontrolled, patients may struggle to function in daily life. However, patients often thrive when properly diagnosed and treated under the […]

Discussion: Assessing Musculoskeletal Pain Photo Credit: Getty Images/Fotosearch RF The body is constantly sending signals about its health. One of the most easily recognized signals is pain. Musculoskeletal conditions comprise one of the leading causes of severe long-term pain in patients. The musculoskeletal system is an elaborate system of interconnected levers that provides the body […]

Assignment 1: Short Answer Assessment As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, you will likely encounter patients who suffer from various mental health disorders. Not surprisingly, ensuring that your patients have the appropriate psychopharmacologic treatments will be essential for their overall health and well-being. The psychopharmacologic treatments you might recommend for patients may have potential impacts on […]