How does an advanced practice nurse determine the best treatment option or pharmacotherapeutic to recommend for patients with psychological disorders?

Discussion: Comparing and Contrasting Pharmacologic Options for the Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder Discussion: Decision Making When Treating Psychological Disorders Discussion: Comparing and Contrasting Pharmacologic Options for the Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder Psychological disorders, such as depression, bipolar, and anxiety disorders can present several complications for patients of all ages. These disorders affect patients […]

How does an advanced practice nurse determine the best treatment option-pharmacotherapeutic to recommend for patients with psychological disorders?

GAD How does an advanced practice nurse determine the best treatment option or pharmacotherapeutic to recommend for patients with psychological disorders? Much like assessing or recommending pharmacotherapeutics for other conditions or disorders, as an advanced practice nurse, you may encounter a patient who presents with a psychological disorder. Understanding the guiding principles related to treating […]

Distinguish between normal and abnormal physical and psychosocial changes associated with patients in the adult population aged 50 years and older.

Distinguish between normal and abnormal physical and psychosocial changes associated with patients in the adult population aged 50 years and older. Identify syndromes and disease states commonly managed by advanced practice nurses in the older adult population. Critique existing protocols and best practices that address differential diagnosis, pharmacotherapeutic intervention, and resources to manage and evaluate […]

Identify syndromes and disease states commonly managed by advanced practice nurses in the adult population.

1. Distinguish between normal and abnormal physical and psychosocial changes associated with patients aged 18-64 years. 2. Identify syndromes and disease states commonly managed by advanced practice nurses in the adult population. 3. Critique existing protocols and best practices that address differential diagnosis, pharmacotherapeutic intervention, and resources to manage and evaluate acute and chronic illness […]