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Basic principles of psychopharmacologic treatment for advanced practice psychiatric nurses with prescriptive
1Yale School of Nursing, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
|April 28, 1999
Summary
This article presents 11 principles for effective psychopharmacotherapy, emphasizing the growing role of advanced practice psychiatric nurses in mental health care. These guidelines aim to improve patient outcomes and psychiatric treatment quality.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Pharmacotherapy
- Mental Health Care Delivery
Background:
- A decade-long trend in psychiatric care emphasizes biological aspects of disorders and psychotropic medications.
- Increased use of psychopharmacotherapy is evident in mental illness treatment.
- Mental health systems aim for cost containment, access, quality, and patient satisfaction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline 11 basic principles of sound psychopharmacotherapy.
- To provide guidelines for optimal patient care and outcomes.
- To support the expanded role of advanced practice psychiatric nurse prescribers.
Main Methods:
- The article outlines established principles for psychopharmacotherapy.
- Focuses on guidelines for advanced practice psychiatric nurses.
- Synthesizes best practices in psychiatric medication management.
Main Results:
- Presents 11 fundamental principles for effective psychopharmacotherapy.
- Highlights the importance of prescriptive authority for advanced practice nurses.
- Offers a framework for enhancing patient care and treatment results.
Conclusions:
- Adherence to these principles can lead to optimal patient care.
- Expanded use of advanced practice psychiatric nurse prescribers is a logical step.
- Sound psychopharmacotherapy is crucial for favorable patient outcomes in mental illness.
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