Behavioral Health in Primary Care (BHPC) Series

People of all ages present in primary care practices with common behavioral issues such as depression, anxiety, and alcohol and drug disorders. Physical health problems, functional disability, and chronic pain can make people even more susceptible to developing behavioral health conditions. The nursing workforce is a vital part of the primary care team. Nurses need the knowledge and skills to address behavioral health concerns and mitigate social determinants that serve as barriers to good health.

These courses and case studies are appropriate for RNs, LPNs, and other members of the interprofessional team. With each course, you will receive 0.5-1.5 Continuing Education credits for nurses.

Depression	This course covers the epidemiology, etiology, and basic neurobiology of depression. This course also discusses the impact of depression across the lifespan and nursing assessment strategies. Review the Depression Course
LGBT Diversity Inclusion	This course provides an overview of LGBT-specific health considerations of care, defines LGBT terminology, and describes factors that contribute to disparities in healthcare. Review the LGBT Diversity Inclusion course.
Risk Screening	In this course, you will learn nursing assessment strategies and interventions for high-risk patients in crisis situations. This course also covers suicide prevention strategies and crisis intervention planning. Review the Risk Screening course.
Social Determinants of Health	This course covers bio-psycho-social factors that contribute to wellness and illness. Strategies to build patient resilience are outlined. Review the Social Determinants of Health course.
Substance Use Disorders	This course covers substance use disorders across the lifespan and includes an overview of screening tools, treatment models, and nursing assessment strategies. Review the Substance Use Disorders course.
Trauma-Related Disorders	This course provides an overview of trauma-related disorders across the patient lifespan and includes nursing intervention strategies for patients with trauma-related disorders. Review the Trauma-Related Disorders course.

**Depressive Disorders Case Studies**
Child/Adolescent	Assess and develop a care plan for an adolescent presenting with a depressive disorder in primary care. Link to Depressive Disorders Child/Adolescent case study.
Adult	Assess and develop a care plan for an adult presenting with a depressive disorder in primary care. Link to Depressive Disorders Adult case study.
Older Adult	Assess and develop a care plan for an older adult presenting with a depressive disorder in primary care. Link to Depressive Disorders Older Adult case study.

**LGBT Diversity Inclusion Case Studies**
Child/Adolescent	Develop a care plan for an adolescent that demonstrates LGBTQ cultural competency. Link to LGBT Diversity Inclusion Child/Adolescent case study.
Adult	Develop a care plan for an adult that incorporates LGBT cultural considerations. Link to LGBT Diversity Inclusion Adult case study.

**Risk Screening for Behavioral Conditions Case Studies**
Child/Adolescent	Use nursing assessment strategies to develop a crisis intervention plan for an adolescent. Link to Risk Screening Child/Adolescent case study.
Adult	Use nursing assessment strategies to evaluate a patient at risk for suicide and implement evidence-based management strategies. Link to Risk Screening Adult case study.

**Social Determinants of Health Case Studies**
Child/Adolescent	Identify social determinants of health impacting an adolescent patient and develop a care plan. Link to Social Determinants Child/Adolescents case study.
Adult	Identify social determinants of health impacting an adult patient and develop a care plan. Link to Social Determinants Adult case study.

**Substance Use Disorders Case Studies**
Child/Adolescent	Assess and develop a care plan for an adolescent presenting with a substance use disorder in primary care. Link to Substance Use Disorders Child/Adolescent case study.
Adult	Assess and develop a care plan for an adult presenting with a substance use disorder in primary care. Link to Substance Use Disorders Adult case study.
Older Adult	Assess and develop a care plan for an older adult presenting with a substance use disorder in primary care. Link to Substance Use Disorders Older Adult case study.

**Trauma-Related Disorders Case Studies**
Child/Adolescent	Assess and develop a care plan for an adolescent presenting with a trauma-related disorder in primary care. Link to Trauma-Related Disorders Child/Adolescent case study.
Adult	Assess and develop a care plan for an adult presenting with a trauma-related disorder in primary care. Link to Trauma-Related Disorders Adult case study.
Older Adult	Assess and develop a care plan for an older adult presenting with a trauma-related disorder in primary care. Link to Trauma-Related Disorders Older Adult case study.

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