Within the nurse's scope of practice, which function is exclusive to the advanced practice psychiatric nurse?
1. Teaching about the side effects of neuroleptic medications
2. Using psychotherapy to improve mental health status
3. Using milieu therapy to structure a therapeutic environment
4. Providing case management to coordinate continuity of health services
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Rationale: The advanced practice psychiatric nurse is authorized to use psychotherapy to improve mental health. This includes individual, couples, group, and family psychotherapy. Education, case management, and milieu therapy can be provided by registered psychiatric mental health nurses.
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