Wendy, RN, has worked in the pediatric unit at Hope Hospital for over three years. She has accepted the day shift assignment consisting of five pediatric patients under the age of 10, three RSV patients, and two sickle cell anemia patients. Two of the patients have mothers in attendance, and the remainder have no family […]

Write a 3-5 page paper, using MS WORD, describing clinical and psychological symptoms that clients may experience as a result of using the substance. Provide examples of withdrawal presentation for the identified substance. Explain current treatment options. Using the videos: Consider the various theories of addiction and propose an explanation for why the individual seeks […]

One thing you see is a lack of understanding about AHIMA’s Code of Ethics, as well as business ethics, and how they need to be considered in everyday practice. Considering recent incidents, you are also not sure how well your staff understands the need for a culture of diversity and cultural competence. You decide to […]

Review the results of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Prediagnostic Assessment completed in Week 4 as they relate to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) domains: scientific foundation, advanced practice skills, diagnosis and treatment, psychotherapy and related theories, and ethical and legal principles. Include the following sections: Application of Course Knowledge: 1. Identify […]

Explain your state laws for involuntary psychiatric holds for child and adult psychiatric emergencies. Include who can hold a patient and for how long, who can release the emergency hold, and who can pick up the patient after a hold is released. Explain the differences among emergency hospitalization for evaluation/psychiatric hold, inpatient commitment, and outpatient […]