- Identifying a chronic health condition listed on CMS WEBSITE: *PMHNP students should select a population focused chronic condition (i.e., Depression, Schizophrenia, Psychotic Disorders, etc. from this list).
- Description of the health issue chosen from the CMS website.
- The incidence and prevalence of this condition in the US.
- How the condition is diagnosed, monitored, and treated in individuals with this condition?
- Description of the interdisciplinary team that will participate in coordinating care. Specifically, define the role of the APRN in management and coordination.
- Can care teams use the CCCR model? Think in terms of systems and complexity reflective thinking. If not, name another model to help manage care?
- What is the cost of managing this disease in the county you live?
- What resources are available to help manage the costs of care related to this condition?
- Identify barriers or challenges that you foresee for patients and care teams. How can barriers be overcome?
Psychopharmacological Discussion Week 1
Explain the difference between ion channels and G proteins as they relate to signal transduction and targets of medications. How would you answer the following patient question: My grandmother has a mental illness. I have the same genes as her. Will I also get the same mental illness? Note: Your