Depression

Certifications
Learning Objectives
1.Discuss the prevalence of depression among patients with a serious illness.
2.Describe the role of the IDT interprofessional team in treating depression in patients with serious illness.
3.Describe a validated tool to screen for depression.
4.Review the four categories of medications used to treat depression.
5.Discuss the evidence base for complementary and alternative medicine in the treatment of depression.
6.Identify the role of medication costs in prescribing decisions.
Course Offering: Written/printed (enduring)
Domain Focus: Care Delivery and Reimbursement Methods, Psychosocial Concepts and Support Systems
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CE Credits: 1.00