1. Describe the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis in your own words. What are the patient’s risk factors for this diagnosis? Pathophysiology of Primary Diagnosis Alzheimer disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease and gradually progressing and is distinguished by the multiplexing of amyloid-beta plaques and tau tangles...
Description of the psychopharmacological medication agent, including brand and generic names, as well as appropriate FDA indication uses Any supporting, valid, and reliable research for non-FDA uses Drug classification The medication mechanism of action The medication pharmacokinetics The medication pharmacodynamics Appropriate dosing, administration route, and any considerations for dosing alterations Considerations of...
What are your state’s requirements for practicum, internship, and supervision hours required for graduation and licensure? List two sites that would be an appropriate place to complete your practicum and internship requirements. What specialized training would these facilities offer to you? How does this affect...
PL is a 42-year-old female presenting for medication refills. She has no recent lab work, but reports fatigue and occasional dizziness. Current meds: metformin 1000 mg PO daily, Invokamet 50/500 mg BID with meals, eszopiclone 2 mg po qHS, atomoxetine 40 mg po daily, and...
Tramadol has a half-life of 6 hours. If a patient takes 50 mg at 21:00, what will the blood level be at 09:00 the next morning? Name 3 antidepressants that can be prescribed for pain-related conditions (eg fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, or chronic musculoskeletal...
Nicotine stimulates nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the brain, leading to increased release of dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin, acetylcholine, and glutamate. These neurochemical effects can temporarily enhance mood, concentration, and alertness—making nicotine use feel relaxing or mentally focusing. Many individuals with ADHD, anxiety, or depression use tobacco...
What are the errors in the following prescriptions (1 per prescription)? Rewrite each prescription correctly. What is each medication classification? What is the mechanism of action (MOA)? Appropriate medication is prescribed or changed. Rationale provided and includes current literature to support decision. All aspects...
Psychotherapy is often misunderstood or devalued. • Discuss your views of the PMHNP as a psychotherapist • Discuss whether it is feasible to provide psychotherapy at each patient encounter Week2: Dream Interpretation Freud viewed dreams as the “royal road to the unconscious.” • Discuss a memorable dream from...
Choose and compare three (3) healthcare systems from the video. Create a maximum of ten (10) slides for a PowerPoint presentation that includes: Information on the country's policy Implementation in healthcare The effectiveness of the policy and finance/cost considerations. Effects on health services What educational and legal requirements are in place...
Genogram: Create a genogram of your family history for three or four generations (your children, yourself, your parents, your grandparents). It can be hand drawn or created in the computer. Use the following symbols and grading rubric as a guide. Genogram Grading Rubric...