Discussion: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder NRNP 6640-14

Discussion: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder NRNP 6640-14

Discussion: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
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. For this Discussion, as you examine the Thompson Family Case
Study in this week’s Learning Resources, consider how you might assess and treat clients
presenting with PTSD.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
 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
To prepare:
 Review this week’s Learning Resources and reflect on the insights they provide.
 View the media Academic Year in Residence: Thompson Family Case Study, and
assess the client in the case study.
 For guidance on assessing the client, refer to pages 137–142 of the Wheeler text in
this week’s Learning Resources.
Note: To complete this Discussion, you must assess the client, but you are not required to
submit a formal Comprehensive Client Assessment.
Note: For this Discussion, you are required to complete your initial post before you will be
able to view and respond to your colleagues’ postings. Begin by clicking on the "Post to
Discussion Question" link and then select "Create Thread" to complete your initial post.
Remember, once you click Submit, you cannot delete or edit your own posts, and cannot post
anonymously. Please check your post carefully before clicking Submit!
By Day 3
Post on or before Day 3 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.
Read a selection of your colleagues' responses.

By Day 6
Respond to at least two of your colleagues by providing one alternative therapeutic
approach. Explain why you suggest this alternative and support your suggestion with
evidence-based literature and/or your own experiences with clients.
Submission and Grading Information
Grading Criteria
To access your rubric:
Week 5 Discussion Rubric
Post by Day 3 and Respond by Day 6

To participate in this Discussion:
Week 5 Discussion

Week in Review
Now that you have:
 Assessed clients presenting with posttraumatic stress disorder
 Analyzed therapeutic approaches for treating clients presenting with posttraumatic
stress disorder
 Evaluated outcomes for clients with posttraumatic stress disorder
Next week, you will:
 Assess clients presenting with addictive disorders
 Analyze therapeutic approaches for treating clients with addictive disorders
 Evaluate outcomes for clients with addictive disorders
 Assess knowledge of concepts and principles related to the psychotherapy of
individuals
Next Week

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Week 6

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Learning Resources
Required Readings
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)
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 Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental
disorders (5th ed.). Washington, DC: Author.

Required Media

Laureate Education (Producer). (2012a). Academic year in residence: Thompson family case
study [Multimedia file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Ochberg, F. (2012). Psychotherapy for chronic PTSD [Video file]. Mill Valley, CA:
Psychotherapy.net.

Optional Resources

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2012). Behavioral health
issues among Afghanistan and Iraq U.S. war veterans. In Brief, 7(1), 1–7. Retrieved from
https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Behavioral-Health-Issues-Among-Afghanistan-and-Iraq-
U-S-War-Veterans/SMA12-4670

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA's concept
of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach. Rockville, MD: Author. Retrieved
from https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4884.pdf

Wolpe, J. (n.d.). Joseph Wolpe on systematic desensitization [Video file]. Mill Valley, CA:
Psychotherapy.net.

Note: You will access this media from the Walden Library databases. The approximate
length of this media piece is 59 minutes.
Bruce, T., & Jongsma, A. (2010b). Evidence-based treatment planning for post-traumatic
stress disorder [Video file]. Mill Valley, CA: Psychotherapy.net.

Note: You will access this media from the Walden Library databases. The approximate
length of this media piece is 74 minutes.
Wilson, R. (2012). Exposure therapy for phobias [Video file]. Mill Valley, CA:
Psychotherapy.net.

Note: You will access this media from the Walden Library databases. The approximate
length of this media piece is 95 minutes.