Davies TL. Tailoring the mental health assessment to older adults.
Nurse Pract 2023;
48:10-18. [PMID:
36573854 DOI:
10.1097/01.npr.0000902992.34389.1f]
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ABSTRACT
This article discusses selected considerations for mental health assessment in older adults. Adopting a biopsychosocial model and trauma-informed approach to care creates a safe structure for a more comprehensive assessment. Selecting appropriate tools to improve diagnostic reasoning sets the foundation for further workup and tailored interventions.
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