Presenting Faculty
TBD
Session Overview
This session examines the psychological and psychiatric aspects of care in serious and complex illness, emphasizing accurate assessment, risk mitigation, and clinical decision‑making that supports patient safety, quality of life, and family well‑being.
What Learners Will Gain
Learners will self‑report the ability to apply, analyze, and evaluate psychological and psychiatric factors when making appropriate diagnostic and clinical decisions that have important consequences for patients and families experiencing serious and complex illness.
Psychological and Psychiatric Conditions Addressed
• Mood disorders and anxiety
• Depression
• Agitation
• Dementia
• Hallucinations
• Delirium (non‑emergent)
• Serotonin syndrome
• Sexual dysfunction
Substance Use and Safety Considerations
• Substance use disorder (SUD), including opioid risk assessment
• Managing symptoms in patients at risk for misuse
• Safety considerations and clinical documentation
Trauma and Psychosocial Factors
• Impact of trauma on symptom presentation and care
• Personality traits and their influence on clinical interactions
Clinical Focus Areas
• Differentiating psychiatric symptoms from medical and medication‑related causes
• Supporting safe, ethical, and compassionate care
• Integrating mental health considerations into palliative care practice