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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: A Review

WebDiagnosis: Based on Emma's clinical presentation and the DSM-5 criteria, the PMHNP diagnoses her with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Treatment: The …

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The Mental Health Benefits of Zone 2 Exercise: A workout for …

WebStress Alleviation: Regular Zone 2 physical activities induce a reduction in stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, while boosting the production of …

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Sleep Disorders and Mental Health

WebSleep is an essential physiological process that plays a vital role in cognitive, emotional, and physical well-being. A lack of proper sleep can have severe …

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Borderline Personality Disorder

WebBorderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition that significantly impacts a person's daily functioning and …

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Introduction to the Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Role

WebA. Overview of the attending PMHNP's responsibilities. As a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) transitioning to a level 1 inpatient psychiatric …

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An Introductory Look at Detox Medicine

WebEvaluation and assessment: This stage involves a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's substance use history, medical history, and any co-occurring mental …

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Starting a Telehealth Practice: first steps

WebLast week, we published an outline highlighting the key steps to follow in order to start a telehealth cash only practice from ground-zero. Today marks the first …

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Telehealth Practice: EHR Selection & Patient Onboarding Process

WebDISCLAIMER The content provided in this Substack post is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as medical, legal or …

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Eating Disorders

WebAssessment of eating disorders involves a comprehensive evaluation of an individual's medical, psychiatric, and nutritional status. It typically involves a range of …

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Clozaril: Indications, Usage, and Regulatory Compliance

WebClozaril (clozapine) is an antipsychotic medication that operates by blocking receptors in the brain's dopamine pathways. Notably unique among antipsychotics, …

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How to Write a Soap Note

WebIntroduction: SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan) notes are a structured method for documenting patient information and creating a treatment plan in …

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Board Review: SSRIs

WebSSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) are a class of medications commonly used for the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental …

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Time Management and Productivity Strategies for PMHNPs: Tips

WebUse the Pomodoro technique to break your work into focused 25-minute intervals, followed by 5-minute breaks. Practice mindfulness meditation to increase your …

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Hypnagogic Auditory Hallucinations: Implications for Practice

WebDISCLAIMER The content provided in this Substack post is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as medical advice. The …

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Med Review: Paroxetine

WebPMHNP Helper. Apr 11, 2023. Today we will review paroxetine & we will do so from the perspective of what is good, what is bad and what is ugly about this drug. Subscribe. The …

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How to Treat Peripartum Depression in Pregnant Women: Safe

WebSleep hygiene and stress management: Establishing healthy sleep habits and practicing stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, progressive …

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Pharmacology: Lithium

WebWhile the precise mechanism of action of lithium remains a topic of research, several hypotheses have been proposed: Ion Alteration: Lithium competes with other …

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Board Review: bipolar d/o

WebPrevalence: Bipolar disorder affects approximately 2.8% of the adult population worldwide. The prevalence of bipolar I disorder is estimated at around 1%, …

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