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1. A 52-year-old man was recently discharged from the hospital following treatment for atrial fibrillation. He was discharged on Warfarin 5 mg po q day and Amiodarone 200 mg tid. His INR is 8.8. What interaction has occurred with these 2 medications? What changes in his medications would you make? 2. A 44-year-old women is…
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Full citation of selected article Article #1 Article #2 Article #3 Article #4 Why you chose this article and/or how it relates to the clinical issue of interest (include a brief explanation of the ethics of research related to your clinical issue of interest) Brief description of the aims of the research of each peer-reviewed…
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Is there a difference between “common practice” and “best practice”? When you first went to work for your current organization, experienced colleagues may have shared with you details about processes and procedures. Perhaps you even attended an orientation session to brief you on these matters. As a “rookie,” you likely kept the nature of your…
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When you decide to purchase a new car, you first decide what is important to you. If mileage and dependability are the important factors, you will search for data focused more on these factors and less on color options and sound systems. The same holds true when searching for research evidence to guide your clinical…
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1. Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Definition: EBP is the integration of the best available research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values/preferences to guide healthcare decisions. Purpose: Improve patient outcomes, enhance quality of care, reduce costs, and promote accountability. Historical context: Originated in medicine in the 1990s, now central to nursing practice. 2. The Quadruple…
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1. Introduction Petunia Park is a 25‑year‑old female presenting for a mental health assessment. She has a history of four psychiatric hospitalizations, most recently in spring 2020. Reports episodes of high energy, creativity, and hypersexual behavior lasting about a week, followed by depressive periods with low mood, fatigue, and lack of motivation. History of medication…
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INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE EXEMPLAR AND TEMPLATE—READ CAREFULLY If you are struggling with the format or remembering what to include, follow the Focused SOAP Note Evaluation Template AND the Rubric as your guide. It is also helpful to review the rubric in detail in order not to lose points unnecessarily because you missed something…
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1. Introduction Mood disorders are psychiatric conditions that primarily affect emotional state, leading to persistent sadness, elation, irritability, or mood instability. Common examples: Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Bipolar Disorder (BD), Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia), Cyclothymic Disorder. They significantly impair functioning in work, relationships, and daily life. Effective management requires comprehensive assessment, accurate diagnosis, and individualized…
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Discuss the major challenges related to managing the end-to-end supply chain, particularly the need for visibility from the raw material supplier to the end consumer, and understanding the complex flows and risks across multiple tiers. Write a paragraph of at least three sentences about an organization you know well or have researched, aligned with the…
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Treating Adults With Mood Disorders It is important for the PMHNP to have a comprehensive understanding of mood disorders in order to assess and accurately formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan for patients presenting with these disorders. Mood disorders may be diagnosed when a patient’s emotional state meets the diagnostic criteria for severity, functional impact,…