ASIN: B074L3G4M4
Publisher: Amazon.com Services LLC
Pages: 207
Although contact with the primary care setting represents a potential opportunity for timely identification and intervention, abundant evidence indicates that many patients with depression are inadequately diagnosed and treated in these settings. The purpose of this course is to provide the information and encouragement necessary to allow primary care providers to properly diagnose, treat, and follow-up with patients with depression. In addition, members of the public may use this course to enhance their personal knowledge of the subject matter presented.Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:1. Outline the epidemiology of depression and suicide.2. Identify populations at increased risk for depression.3. Describe the natural history and pathophysiology of depression.4. Evaluate the signs and symptoms of depression utilizing appropriate screening tools.5. Employ the ...
