A 35-year-old patient reports persistent low mood, fatigue,…
A 35-year-old patient reports persistent low mood, fatigue, and poor concentration for 3 months. The PMHNP conducts a psychiatric assessment and diagnoses him with major depressive disorder, moderate. The patient prefers to utilize app based psychotherapy due to time constraints and cost. A plan for follow-up is not made with this patient who completes suicide six months after the encounter. Is the PMHNP liable according to the four components of a malpractice ?
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