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1. The primary 1) building a therapeutic alliance between the PMHNP and the client
tasks associated 2) obtaining a database of psychiatric information about the client
with the psychi- 3) establishing a diagnosis,
atric interview 4) negotiating a treatment plan
2. Establishing a during the initial or opening phase of the interview as the PMHNP and client are
therapeutic al- getting acquainted. Trust is essential for a therapeutic alliance.
liance with the
client begins
3. Components of An appropriate encounter environment
a therapeutic al- Professionalism
liance include Therapeutic communication.
4. Building a trust- respect, kindness, and acceptance will break down barriers and allow for client
ing relationship needs to be the center of the plan of care.
based on Being present and openly engaged will enhance the communication experience.
5. the most no- is that the psychiatric interview serves as the primary diagnostic tool used to
table difference identify psychiatric conditions.
between the psy-
chiatric interview
and medical in-
terview:
6. The Interview En- a comfortable, clean space to put the provider and client at ease
vironment for a visible clock to monitor time
Psychiatric care access to alarms or other safety measures
provider access to the door for safe exiting
removal of sharp objects such as scissors or letter openers
a noise-canceling device for privacy
7.
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Time considera- 1) Be on time. Don't be late! Remember, the most important goal is to establish that
tions help facili- therapeutic alliance. Schedule appointments thoughtfully to ensure promptness.
tate the psychi- 2) Stay on time. This builds trust and communicates that respect for the client.
atric interview 3) Discuss follow-up visits in the closure phase of the interview. The timing of
subsequent visits is informed by the client's unique circumstances, diagnosis and
treatment, and medication regimens.
8. Therapeutic Active Listening - listening attentively to insure understanding
Communication Broad Openings - allow clients to take initiative
Accepting - indicate you heard the client without judgment
Clarifying - make vague topics clear
Exploring - examine topics deeper
Focusing - putting attention into a single topic
Reflecting - direct the client's thoughts and feelings back to the client
Restating - repeat the client's words in a different way to make more clear
9. Positive nonver- relaxed movements, the use of open arm gestures, smiles, respect for personal
bal communica- space, and eye contact.
tion techniques Including nods when clients talk can communicate agreement or understanding.
include
10. Negative nonver- negative body language including finger-pointing, crossed arms, and looking at a
bal communica- watch and should be avoided by the PMHNP
tion techniques
include
11. How long does The psychiatric interview typically lasts about 50 minutes and is structured into
the psychiatric in- three phases.
terview last?
12. What is the first Opening phase, the first five to ten minutes of the interview are used to establish
phase of the rapport and therapeutic alliance. This is often the most important phase of the
interview as it establishes the foundation for the remainder of the interview. The
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1. The primary 1) building a therapeutic alliance between the PMHNP and the client
tasks associated 2) obtaining a database of psychiatric information about the client
with the psychi- 3) establishing a diagnosis,
atric interview 4) negotiating a treatment plan
2. Establishing a during the initial or opening phase of the interview as the PMHNP and client are
therapeutic al- getting acquainted. Trust is essential for a therapeutic alliance.
liance with the
client begins
3. Components of An appropriate encounter environment
a therapeutic al- Professionalism
liance include Therapeutic communication.
4. Building a trust- respect, kindness, and acceptance will break down barriers and allow for client
ing relationship needs to be the center of the plan of care.
based on Being present and openly engaged will enhance the communication experience.
5. the most no- is that the psychiatric interview serves as the primary diagnostic tool used to
table difference identify psychiatric conditions.
between the psy-
chiatric interview
and medical in-
terview:
6. The Interview En- a comfortable, clean space to put the provider and client at ease
vironment for a visible clock to monitor time
Psychiatric care access to alarms or other safety measures
provider access to the door for safe exiting
removal of sharp objects such as scissors or letter openers
a noise-canceling device for privacy
7.
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Time considera- 1) Be on time. Don't be late! Remember, the most important goal is to establish that
tions help facili- therapeutic alliance. Schedule appointments thoughtfully to ensure promptness.
tate the psychi- 2) Stay on time. This builds trust and communicates that respect for the client.
atric interview 3) Discuss follow-up visits in the closure phase of the interview. The timing of
subsequent visits is informed by the client's unique circumstances, diagnosis and
treatment, and medication regimens.
8. Therapeutic Active Listening - listening attentively to insure understanding
Communication Broad Openings - allow clients to take initiative
Accepting - indicate you heard the client without judgment
Clarifying - make vague topics clear
Exploring - examine topics deeper
Focusing - putting attention into a single topic
Reflecting - direct the client's thoughts and feelings back to the client
Restating - repeat the client's words in a different way to make more clear
9. Positive nonver- relaxed movements, the use of open arm gestures, smiles, respect for personal
bal communica- space, and eye contact.
tion techniques Including nods when clients talk can communicate agreement or understanding.
include
10. Negative nonver- negative body language including finger-pointing, crossed arms, and looking at a
bal communica- watch and should be avoided by the PMHNP
tion techniques
include
11. How long does The psychiatric interview typically lasts about 50 minutes and is structured into
the psychiatric in- three phases.
terview last?
12. What is the first Opening phase, the first five to ten minutes of the interview are used to establish
phase of the rapport and therapeutic alliance. This is often the most important phase of the
interview as it establishes the foundation for the remainder of the interview. The
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