A patient reports sadness, worthlessness, and sleep disturbance for the past 2.5 years with no more than 1 month of relief. What diagnosis applies?

A patient develops anxiety symptoms after beginning high-dose prednisone. Which diagnosis is most appropriate?

Principles of Pharmacology: What are the indications for ordering labs? Be specific.

A patient presents with a fear of public transportation and avoids leaving home alone. These behaviors are triggered by fear of being trapped or unable to escape. What is the most accurate diagnosis?

A patient with persistent depressive disorder reports minimal benefit after 8 weeks on sertraline. They previously tried fluoxetine and escitalopram without improvement. What is the most appropriate next step?

Structures of the Brain: Identify brain structures involved in psychiatric conditions and explain their roles in mood regulation and cognition

A patient reports anhedonia, insomnia, and suicidal ideation for the past month following methamphetamine use. What diagnosis should the PMHNP consider?

What is the first-line pharmacologic treatment for generalized anxiety disorder in adults?

A 45-year-old patient reports intense fear and palpitations that occur abruptly and last approximately 10 minutes. The episodes are unprovoked and occur several times per month. Which diagnosis best fits this clinical picture?

In family systems theory, the PMHNP recognizes that symptoms in one member often?