Homework: Eddie Case Study Worksheet
Answer the following questions for the assigned case study. Each response should be sufficient to answer the question appropriately (around 50-75 words each when applicable). Think critically about your responses to each question. Do not respond with statements that indicate you are not in a position to prescribe or diagnose; this is practice to utilize your critical-thinking skills.
• What primary presenting problems do you see in this case study?
• What would be your DSM-5 diagnosis of this case?
• What medication might you suggest for the client in this case? Provide the medication name, the dosage you would recommend, and what time of day you would suggest the medication be taken.
• Identify the primary side effects of concern you would address with this client.
• Would you recommend hospitalizing the client in this case? Explain the rationale behind your decision.
• What alternative treatments might you recommend for this client to address the reported problems? What alternative medications might you suggest?
• What are some special considerations or ethical concerns that you may encounter when using pharmacological treatment with children and older adults?
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
• The answer must be using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, typed, with one-inch margins on all sides.
• The response also includes a cover page containing the student's name, the title of the homework, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
• Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.