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What does the competency about "anticipatory -Standard 5B: Health Teaching & Promotion
guidance" mean?
-An educated professional nurse is aware of normal developmental and
situational threats to wellness and can educate healthcare consumers to avoid
them.
Ex: Moving a toddler from a crib to a bed can prevent injury associated with
climbing out of the crib at that developmental age
What do the standards explain the art of nursing is -Scope of Nursing Practice
based on?
-Based on caring and respect for human dignity
What is the fundamental principle of and attitude that -The nurse practices with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity,
the professional nurse must have as outlined in worth, and unique attributes of every person
provision 1?
How should the nurse respond to the discovery of -Code of Ethics: Provision 8
human trafficking in his or her practice?
-Nurses must "bring attention to human rights violations in all settings and
context"
What is the focus of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing? Promotes integrated and comprehensive health and wellness through
prevention and education, as well as assessment, diagnosis, care, and treatment
of a full range of PMH disorders, including Substance Use Disorders, across the
life span.
What is the role of PMHNPs and PMH clinical nurse Both PMHNPs and PMH clinical nurse specialists are considered PMH APRNs.
specialists? Their roles are synonymous in purpose, functions, settings, and qualifications.
They have essential roles in integrating physical and mental health needs, and
they work in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
What are some elements of the role of Psychiatric- Promotion of mental health in society and collaboration with and referral to
Mental Health Nurses? other health professionals are key elements of the role.
Key roles of PMHNP -Provision of psychotherapy
-Provision of psychopharmacological interventions
-Provision of clinical supervision
, Consensus Model for APRN Regulation -Provides recommendations for licensure, accreditation, certification, and
education pertaining to all APRN practice
-PMHNP certification exam criteria set by ANCC
What are some consequences of mental illness Neuropsychiatric disorders are among the leading causes of disability, disease
according to ODPHP? burden, premature mortality, and suicide worldwide.
How do mental health disorders impact individuals, Mental health disorders impose a significant burden on individuals, families,
families, and society? and society.
What percentage of adults with mental illness receive Only 10.3% of adults with mental illness receive treatment.
treatment?
What is recognized as a need by mental health Mental health professionals recognize the need for a recovery-oriented mental
professionals for the mental health system? health system.
What role can PMHNPs play in advocating for change PMHNPs may serve as leaders in their organization and community to advocate
in mental health? for change in mental health.
Prevalence -1 in 5 US adults experience MI
-17% of youth (6-17 years) experience MH disorder
-1 in 20 US adults experience SMI
Life expectancy -People with PMH conditions have higher rates of preventable chronic illness
and decreased life expectancy (approximately 20-year shorter life span)
-Decreased life expectancy impacted by increased risk for suicide & deaths r/t
drug OD
How does mental illness relate to substance use? People with mental illness use alcohol/drugs/tobacco at higher rates
Who is at the highest risk for Substance Use Disorder Adults with Serious Mental Illness (SMI)
(SUD) among adults?
What is the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Allows NPs to receive federal waiver to prescribe buprenorphine
Act (CARA) of 2016 known for?
What is the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Permanently allows NPs to prescribe buprenorphine
Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients
and Communities Act (SUPPORT Act) of 2018 known
for?
What barriers do minority populations face in accessing Reduced utilization of necessary mental healthcare, decreased quality of care,
healthcare for mental health treatment? and lack of adherence in treatment services
Which specific minority populations, especially those Minority populations, especially minority patients with severe mental illnesses
with severe mental illnesses like schizophrenia or like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder
bipolar disorder, face disparities in mental health
treatment?
What factors contribute to disparities in healthcare - Minorities and ethnic groups have shown poorer outcomes due to delay or
outcomes? avoidance of care stemming from a mistrust of providers.