NR548 Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Week 3-4 Test 2 | Chamberlain University | Practice and Review Material

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The primary tasks associated with the psychiatric interview 1) building a therapeutic alliance between the PMHNP and the client
2) obtaining a database of psychiatric information about the client
3) establishing a diagnosis,
4) negotiating a treatment plan


Establishing a therapeutic alliance with the client begins during the initial or opening phase of the interview as the PMHNP and client are
getting acquainted. Trust is essential for a therapeutic alliance.




Components of a therapeutic alliance include An appropriate encounter environment
Professionalism
Therapeutic communication.


Building a trusting relationship based on respect, kindness, and acceptance will break down barriers and allow for client needs
to be the center of the plan of care.
Being present and openly engaged will enhance the communication experience.


the most notable difference between the psychiatric is that the psychiatric interview serves as the primary diagnostic tool used to identify
interview and medical interview: psychiatric conditions.