Psychopathology 914 (Neurobiology week 2) 9-24

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, it is essential for you to have a strong background in foundational neuroscience. In order to diagnose and treat patients, you must not only understand the pathophysiology of psychiatric disorders but also how medications for these disorders impact the central nervous system. These concepts of foundational neuroscience can be challenging to understand. Therefore, this Discussion is designed to encourage you to think through these concepts, develop a rationale for your thinking, and deepen your understanding by interacting with your colleagues.

For this Discussion/Case study , review the readings and videos and reflect on the concepts of foundational neuroscience as they might apply to your role as the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in prescribing medications for patients. 

Post a response to each of the following:

Choose a  case in the video section.

Please open the video and reading. attached 

 https://youtu.be/bO07MKG8h_U?si=v-wqaqPxA3YZJ_Y9

Apna.org/news/psychotherapy-and-the-psychiatric-mental-health-advanced-practice-registered-nurse-role.

Explain 

Explain how this information may impact the way you prescribe medications to patients. Include a specific example of a situation or case with a patient in which the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner must be aware of the medication’s action.

APA form

References: the video attached and at least 2 references within 5 years.

At least 500 words.