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Select a patient that you examined during the last 5 weeks.

Review prior resources on the disorder this patient has. Also review the Kaltura Media Uploader resource in the left-hand navigation of the classroom for help creating your self-recorded Kaltura video. Conduct a Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation on this patient using the template provided in the Learning Resources. There is also a completed exemplar document in the Learning Resources so that you can see an example of the types of information a completed evaluation document should contain. All psychiatric evaluations must be signed, and each page must be initialed by your Preceptor.

When you submit your document, you should include the complete Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation as a Word document, as well as a PDF/images of each page that is initialed and signed by your Preceptor. You must submit your document using SafeAssign. Please Note: Electronic signatures are not accepted. If both files are not received by the due date, Faculty will deduct points per the Walden Late Policies.

Paper For Above instruction

The process of conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations is fundamental in psychiatric practice, providing clinicians with critical insights into patients' mental health statuses. This assignment revolves around selecting a patient examined over the last five weeks, reviewing relevant resources on their diagnosed disorder, and performing a thorough psychiatric assessment using a specific template provided in the course resources. The evaluation aims to synthesize clinical observations, patient history, mental status, and diagnostic considerations into a structured document that supports ongoing treatment planning and clinical decision-making.

To begin, selecting an appropriate patient involves reviewing clinical encounters from the recent weeks to find a case that offers sufficient complexity and learning value. Once selected, it is essential to review existing literature and resources related to the patient’s diagnosis, such as anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, or other psychiatric conditions relevant to the patient’s presentation. This review prepares the clinician with foundational knowledge and current best practices that inform the evaluation process.

The core component of this assignment involves applying the comprehensive psychiatric evaluation template. This structured approach typically includes sections such as patient identification information, chief complaint, history of present illness, past psychiatric history, medical history, substance use history, family history, social history, mental status examination, diagnostic considerations, and a formulation or summary. Each of these sections provides a critical piece of the overall clinical picture, helping to identify symptom patterns, duration, severity, and potential contributing factors.

During the evaluation, it is important to incorporate multiple sources of information. These include direct patient interviews, collateral information from family or caregivers when available, and review of prior clinical notes. Accurate documentation during the interview process considers the patient’s mood, affect, cognition, thought processes, perception, insight, judgment, and risk assessment. These elements assist in forming a comprehensive understanding of the patient's mental health status and guide diagnosis.

Following the completion of the evaluation, the clinician must ensure all elements are thoroughly documented in the provided template. The completed evaluation should be signed and each page initialed by the preceptor to validate the assessment. Submission requirements specify that the evaluation be saved as a Word document and also converted into PDF or image files to include signatures. Submission via SafeAssign is mandatory, with the explicit note that electronic signatures are not accepted—manual signatures with initials are required to authenticate the document. Timely submission is critical, as late submissions incur penalties according to Walden University policies.

In addition to the written evaluation, creating a case presentation video using Kaltura enhances learning by demonstrating clinical reasoning and communication skills. Guidance for this presentation can be found in the course’s multimedia resources. This holistic approach—written documentation coupled with an oral presentation—supports the development of clinical competencies necessary for advanced practice in psychiatric nursing or medicine.

Overall, this assignment emphasizes critical thinking, detailed documentation, and adherence to professional standards in psychiatric assessment. It cultivates skills in synthesizing patient data, applying current clinical knowledge, and demonstrating ethical integrity through proper signing and submission procedures. The exercise also encourages reflection on clinical experiences and their connection to academic learning, ultimately advancing the practitioner’s competence and confidence in mental health care.

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