Category: Psychiatry

Follow these guidelines when completing each component of the assignment. Contact your course faculty if you have questions. General instructions The psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) may provide psychotherapy to couples, families, and groups using a variety of therapeutic techniques. Locate a brief video (approximately 5 minutes or less) portraying a group therapy session on YouTube or another website. Include the following sections: Application of Knowledge: Answer all questions/criteria with explanations and detail. Include a brief description of the session and a link to the video in your initial discussion post. Analyze the interactions between the group members. Identify the phase of group formation the group appears to be in. Include your rationale and evidence for your treatment phase selection. Describe the therapeutic approach and techniques the therapist is using Discuss other therapy approaches that might be used by a therapist conducting the group. Integration of Evidence:Integrate relevant scholarly sources as defined by program expectations Links to an external site.: Cite a scholarly source in the initial post. Cite a scholarly source in one faculty response post. Cite a scholarly source in one peer post. Accurately analyze, synthesize, and/or apply principles from evidence with no more than one short quote (15 words or less) for the week. Include a minimum of two different scholarly sources per week. Cite all references and provide references for all citations.

See the picture attached for instructions. At least one article should be cited. The paper must be 6 pages, APA style including a bibliography.

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Introduction

For this assignment, you will examine the role of the nurse in caring for clients with cognitive and/or mental health issues. You will identify your target audience (such as staff nurses, pre-licensure nursing students, etc.) and create an educational PowerPoint presentation (instructions below). This final assignment will reflect ability and achievement in the following areas:

• Intentional Learning, Reflection, and Clinical Judgment
• Decision Making and Evidence-Based Practice
• Organization and Presentation
• Writing and APA Formatting

Objectives

• Demonstrate collaborative standardization of safe practices through health promotion.
• Integrate course concepts within the management of a cognitive alteration.

Instructions

You are the nurse educator preparing an orientation on cognitive or mental health illness. There is a need to address the many clients with cognitive issues that seek healthcare services, and how to understand their needs better. Choose a cognitive/mental health illness that you feel less knowledgeable about and address the following prompts by including two to three examples of each bullet point:

• Choose a cognitive or mental health illness.
• What is it? How is it diagnosed? How is it treated?
• How does it differ from a physical or “visible” illness?
• Address the following for your chosen diagnosis.
• Historical
• Socioeconomic impact
• Political issues or impact
• Educational needs
• Topographical findings
• Geographical impact
• Cultural impact
• Include interdisciplinary interventions for this disease.
• Discuss the impact of a patient’s value systems on management of this disease.
• Address the following health-care practices:
• Acute versus preventive care
• Barriers to health care
• Impact of pain and the sick role
• Cultural practices
• Identify challenges related to:
• Learning styles
• Autonomy
• Educational preparation
• Disease management

Your presentation should be 15-20 slides (not including title, objectives, and references slides) with detailed presenter notes with in-text citations for each slide. Include at least four (4) scholarly sources. Follow best practices for PowerPoint presentations related to text size, color, images, effects, wordiness, and multimedia enhancements. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment. Audio recording is required. Be sure to completely answer all the prompts/questions. Use clear headings that allow your professor to know which bullet you are addressing on the slides in your presentation. Support your content with in-text citations throughout your presentation. Make sure to reference the citations using the APA 7th Edition writing style for the presentation. Include at least one slide for your references at the end.

Assignment Expectations

• Length: 15-20 slides; answers must thoroughly address the questions in a clear, concise manner. Include at least four (4) scholarly sources. Below is a recommended breakdown for the assignment.
• Title: 1 slide
• Objectives/Introduction: 1 slide
• What is the cognitive/mental health disease?: at least 2 slides
• Address historical, socioeconomic, political issues, educational needs, topographical findings, geographical impact, and cultural impact: at least 4 slides
• Interdisciplinary interventions: at least 3 slides
• Address health care practices: at least 4 slides
• Identify any challenges such as learning styles, autonomy, educational preparation, or disease management: at least 3 slides
• Conclusion: 1 slide
• References: 1 slide
• Audio recording narration. ( I will record this myself)

To Prepare:

• Review the World Health Organizations (WHO) global health agenda and select one global health issue to focus on for this Assignment.
• Select at least one additional country to compare to the U.S. for this Assignment.
• Reflect on how the global health issue you selected is approached in the U.S. and in the additional country you selected.
• Review and download the Global Health Comparison Matrix provided in the Resources.

The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Global Health Comparison Matrix; 1-page Plan for Social Change)

Part 1: Global Health Comparison Matrix

Focusing on the country you selected and the U.S., complete the Global Health Comparison Matrix. Be sure to address the following:

• Consider the U.S. national/federal health policies that have been adapted for the global health issue you selected from the WHO global health agenda. Compare these policies to the additional country you selected for study.
• Explain the strengths and weaknesses of each policy.
• Explain how the social determinants of health may impact the global health issue you selected. Be specific and provide examples.
• Using the WHOs Organizations global health agenda as well as the results of your own research, analyze how each countrys government addresses cost, quality, and access to the global health issue selected.
• Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the health of the global population. Be specific and provide examples.
• Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the role of the nurse in each country.
• Explain how global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in both countries. Be specific and provide examples.

Part 2: A Plan for Social Change

Reflect on the global health policy comparison and analysis you conducted in Part 1 of the Assignment and the impact that global health issues may have on the world, the U.S., your community, as well as your practice as a nurse leader.

In a 1-page response, create a plan for social change that incorporates a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.

• Explain how you would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
• Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
• Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice as a nurse leader represents and contributes to social change. Be specific and provide examples.

Assignment document should include:

1. Title page
2. Introductory paragraph
3. Global health comparison matrix
4. Plan for social change
5. Conclusion

• References: Short, N. M. (2022). Milstead’s health policy and politics: A nurse’s guide (7th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
• Chapter 11, The Impact of Nurse Influence on Global Health Policy (pp. 263273)
• Recommended Reading: Chapter 2, “News Literacy” (pp. 2755)
• Bias Within the Media,
• Bias Within Health Care, and
• Strategies to Minimize Bias
• Corless, I. B., Nardi, D., Milstead, J. A., Larson, E., Nokes, K. M., Orsega, S., Kurth, A. E., … Woith, W. (2018).
• . Nursing Outlook, 66 (4), 412415.
• Donkin, A., Goldblatt, P., Allen, J., Nathanson, V., & Marmot, M. (2017).
• . BMJ Global Health, 3 (1).
• Sandoval-Almazana, R., & Gil-Garcia, J. R. (2011).
• . Government Information Quarterly, 29 (Suppl. 1), S72S81.
• Walden University Library. (n.d.).
• . Walden University. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/Library/sdoh
• World Health Organization (WHO). (2021).
• Links to an external site.
• . http://www.who.int

Neurodevelopmental Disorder 1. Select and research one neurodevelopmental disorder 2. Explain the diagnostic criteria and differential diagnosis. Discuss the treatment regimen including psychotherapy and psychopharmacology 3. What type of referral would you make for the client with this disorder? Minimum 2 Peer reviewed reference less than 5 years old. APA 7th edition

Complete the Topic 8 Short Answer Worksheet.

Unit 5 Drug Reference Guide: Depression Page: Unit 5: Introduction (1 of 4) Page: Unit 5: Reading and Activities (2 of 4) Current: Unit 5: Assignment – Drug Reference Guide: Depression (3 of 4) Page: Unit 5: Summary (4 of 4) Introduction The effective treatment of depressive and anxiety disorders relies on a comprehensive understanding of antidepressant medications, their mechanisms of action, and their clinical applications. As psychiatric-mental health providers, it is essential to recognize how various pharmacologic classes influence neurotransmitter systems to alleviate mood symptoms while minimizing adverse effects. This activity strengthens evidence-based knowledge in antidepressant pharmacotherapy and supports safe, effective clinical decision-making in mental health practice. Instructions Follow the instructions below to complete this assignment: Download the Template: Drug Reference Chart Template Download Drug Reference Chart Template[Word] Complete all required information listed in the chart for the medications provided below: SSRI’s: Fluoxetine, Sertraline, Escitalopram, Paroxetine, Celexa MAOI: Phenelzine SPARI: Vilazodone SARI: Trazadone NDRI: Bupropion TCAs: Amitriptyline, Imipramine NEWER options: Spravato (Esketamine), Auvelity (Dextromethorphan/Bupropion) Ensure you reference Stahls Essential Psychopharmacology Prescribers Guide for accuracy and completeness. Please review the provided rubric prior to submission to confirm that all criteria are met. Assignment Resources Use the following resource to help with this assignment (optional): Drug Reference Chart Template Download Drug Reference Chart Template[Word] Submit Submission Format Use the Drug Reference Chart Template and keep the assignment in a Word format Please review the provided rubric prior to submission to confirm that all criteria are met Due Sunday by 11:59 p.m. CT Estimated time to complete: 3 hours Rubric NU670: Unit 5 Assignment – Drug Reference Guide NU670: Unit 5 Assignment – Drug Reference Guide Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome: Medication Selection 2 pts Exemplary Accurately completes medications assigned by faculty; demonstrates clear understanding of each medications purpose and relevance to PMHNP practice. 1 pts Proficient Completes most assigned medications with generally accurate information; minor omissions noted. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Missing several assigned medications or lacks clarity and completeness. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome FDA Indications 2 pts Exemplary Clearly and accurately lists FDA-approved indications using proper terminology; includes age/population specifics when applicable. 1 pts Proficient Includes most FDA indications but lacks specificity or omits minor details. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Indications incomplete, unclear, or inaccurate. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Mechanism of Action 2 pts Exemplary Provides clear, concise, and accurate explanation demonstrating advanced understanding of pharmacodynamics and neurotransmitter activity. 1 pts Proficient Adequate explanation with minor gaps in accuracy or clarity. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Limited or incorrect explanation of mechanism. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Side & Adverse Effects 2 pts Exemplary Comprehensive and clinically prioritized list; identifies major risks and black box warnings where relevant. 1 pts Proficient Includes most effects with reasonable accuracy. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Incomplete or inaccurate listing of effects. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome: Required Tests / Labs 2 pts Exemplary Accurately identifies baseline and ongoing lab requirements with rationale for monitoring. 1 pts Proficient Includes key labs but lacks rationale or detail. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Missing or incorrect lab information. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Precautions & Contraindications 2 pts Exemplary Accurately lists major contraindications, precautions, and drug interactions; includes relevant population considerations. 1 pts Proficient Addresses most precautions and contraindications with minor omissions. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Incomplete or inaccurate information. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Dosage Range / Dosage 2 pts Exemplary Provides accurate dosage ranges, available dosage forms (tablet, capsule, liquid, IM, etc.), and routes of administration; includes titration or adjustment parameters where applicable. 1 pts Proficient Includes general dosing information or partial list of dosage forms with minor gaps. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Incomplete, inaccurate, or missing dosage details. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome: Accuracy & Use of Evidence 2 pts Exemplary All information is accurate, current, and evidence-based using Stahls Essential Psychopharmacology/Prescribers Guide or other scholarly psychopharmacology sources. 1 pts Proficient Mostly accurate with minor unsupported details. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Contains multiple inaccuracies or lacks credible evidence. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Organization & Professionalism 2 pts Exemplary Clear, well-organized, grammatically correct, and professionally formatted; easy to follow and visually clean. 1 pts Proficient Mostly organized and clear with few grammar or formatting errors. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Disorganized, unclear, or unprofessional in presentation. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome: Completeness & Submission Quality 2 pts Exemplary All sections of the template are completed thoroughly and thoughtfully; demonstrates attention to detail. 1 pts Proficient Most sections complete but lacking in depth or thoroughness. 0.5 pts Needs Improvement Several sections incomplete or missing required information. 0 pts Absent No Submission 2 pts Total Points: 20