PTI

It is estimated that more than 6% of the U.S. population will experience posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in their lifetime (National Center for PTSD, 2010). This debilitating disorder often interferes with an individual’s ability to function in daily life. Common symptoms of anxiousness and depression frequently lead to substance abuse issues and even physical ailments. Consider how you might assess and treat clients presenting with PTSD.

Assess clients presenting with posttraumatic stress disorder

Analyze therapeutic approaches for treating clients presenting with posttraumatic stress disorder

Evaluate outcomes for clients with posttraumatic stress disorder

· An explanation of your observations of the client William in Thompson Family Case Study, including behaviors that align to the PTSD criteria in DSM-5. Then, explain therapeutic approaches you might use with this client, including psychotropic medications if appropriate. Finally, explain expected outcomes for the client based on these therapeutic approaches. Support your approach with evidence-based literature.

· Ochberg, F (2012) Psychotherapy for chronic PTSD. Mill Valley CA.Psychotherapy.net.

WILLIAM

Family Role: Younger brother of Henry Age: 38 Military: Captain, Iraq war veteran Education: JD degree Lives: Originally lived in New Jersey but became homeless when he was unable to pay his mortgage. He and his wife now live with Henry in Pasadena, California Relationship Status: Just married to Luli Kim Occupation: Lawyer specializing in finance law—job in jeopardy because of alcohol and PTSD-related concerns Hobbies: Marathon runner, soccer, listening to jazz music, novice modern art collector Race/Ethnicity/Religion: African American, Catholic

In addition to the above 2 resources

Wheeler, K. (Ed.). (2014). Psychotherapy for the advanced practice psychiatric nurse: A how-to guide for evidence-based practice (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company.

· Chapter 13, “Stabilization for Trauma and Dissociation” (pp. 469–508)

American Nurses Association. (2014). Psychiatric-mental health nursing: Scope and standards of practice (2nd ed.). Washington, DC: Author.

Standard 3 “Outcomes Identification” (pages 48-49)