Depression is prevalent in the older adult population and often goes undiagnosed. This learning activity introduces the learner to the use and completion of the PHQ interview as an integral part of assessing a resident's mood status. The goal of this course is to equip nurses in LTC/SNF settings with an understanding of the MDS 3.0 and PHQ.
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Arkansas State Board Of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
District of Columbia Board of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Georgia Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Kansas State Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Kentucky Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 0.50 contact hours for participating in this course.
Louisiana State Board Of Medical Examiners - Midwifery (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Michigan Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Mississippi Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
New Mexico Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
New Mexico Certified Nurse Midwives and Licensed Midwives (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
North Dakota Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
South Carolina Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Wyoming Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Outline:
Section 1: Depression and Older Adults
Depression in Older Adults
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Depression and the PHQ-2 to 9©
What Is the PHQ-2 to 9©?
Completing the PHQ-2 to 9©
Review
PHQ-2 to 9© and the MDS 3.0
Guidelines
Techniques
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998. Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management. Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.
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