MedicationPaper.docx
Select a medication that is either classified as an antidepressant or mood stabilizer.
Based on your selection, write a paper (maximum 4 pages) and discuss the following information related to the medication you selected. This does not include the title page and reference page
· Evidence based treatment selection (FDA approved uses)
· Off label uses, if any
· Contraindications, if any to use
· Mechanism of action
· Potential side effects
· Lab monitoring/ follow up
· Role of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the role of prescribing and managing the medication
Include a minimum of 5 evidence-based articles to support your paper that are 5 years old or less (exceptions: DSM-5 and course textbooks). Paper will be submitted through turnitin.com to check for plagiarism.
Rubric
NURS_683_DE - Week 3 Medication Paper
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NURS_683_DE - Week 3 Medication Paper
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Criteria
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Ratings
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Pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMedication Information
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60 pts
Proficient
The description of the medication and its EBP uses are accurate and properly cited.
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30 pts
Acceptable
The description of the medication and its EBP uses are mostly accurate and properly cited.
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15.6 pts
Needs Improvement
Missing one element of EBP treatment options or medication information.
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8.4 pts
Unsatisfactory
Missing more than one element of EBP treatment options or medication information.
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0 pts
Missing
No discussion of EBP treatment options or medication information.
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60 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOff-label uses; Contraindications
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50 pts
Proficient
The description of off-label uses and possible contraindications are accurate and properly cited.
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25 pts
Acceptable
The description of off label uses and possible contraindications are mostly accurate and properly cited.
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13 pts
Needs Improvement
Missing one element of the description of off label uses and possible contraindications.
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7 pts
Unsatisfactory
Missing more than one element of the description of off label uses and possible contraindications.
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0 pts
Missing
No discussion description of off label uses and possible contraindications.
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50 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanism of action; Potential side effects
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50 pts
Proficient
The description of mechanism of action and potential side effects are accurate and properly cited.
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25 pts
Acceptable
The description of mechanism of action and potential side effects are mostly accurate and properly cited.
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13 pts
Needs Improvement
Missing one element of the description of mechanism of action and potential side effects.
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7 pts
Unsatisfactory
Missing more than one element of the description of mechanism of action and potential side effects.
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0 pts
Missing
No discussion of the mechanism of action and potential side effects.
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50 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLab monitoring, follow up, and the role of the PMHNP
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50 pts
Proficient
The description of lab monitoring, follow up, and the role of the PMHNP are accurate and properly cited.
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25 pts
Acceptable
The description of lab monitoring, follow up, and the role of the PMHNP are mostly accurate and properly cited.
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13 pts
Needs Improvement
Missing one element of the lab monitoring, follow up, and the role of the PMHNP.
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7 pts
Unsatisfactory
Missing more than one element of lab monitoring, follow up, and the role of the PMHNP
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0 pts
Missing
No discussion of lab monitoring, follow up, and the role of the PMHNP.
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50 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences and APA Style
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10 pts
Proficient
Provides at least 4 current evidence-based references that support the information in the paper.
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5 pts
Acceptable
Provides at least 3 current evidence-based references that support the information in the paper. 2-3 APA errors noted.
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2.6 pts
Needs Improvement
Provides at least 2 current evidence-based references that support the information in the paper. 4-5 APA errors noted.
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1.4 pts
Unsatisfactory
Provides at least 1 current evidence-based references that support the information in the paper. More than 5 APA errors noted.
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0 pts
Missing
No references provided to support information. APA formatting is not utilized.
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10 pts
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Total Points: 220
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