A group of students is reviewing the functions of psychiatric nurses. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as an advanced practice–level function?
A) Milieu therapy
B) Promotion of self-care
C) Psychopharmacology interventions
D) Health promotion activities
Ans: C
Psychopharmacology interventions are advanced practice–level functions. Milieu therapy, self-care promotion, and health promotion are basic-level functions.
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