By rray, 6 May, 2024 Availability of care options mental health primary care integrated care readjustment counseling centers etc
By rray, 6 May, 2024 Sx severity Use a validated instrument such as PTSD Checklist for DSM 5 PCL 5 or a structured clinician administered interview e g Clinician Administered PTSD Scale for DSM 5 CAPS 5
By rray, 6 May, 2024 To prevent PTSD Initiate individual manualized trauma focused brief CBT Insufficient evidence to recommend for or against any pharmacotherapy
By rray, 6 May, 2024 If sx 3 days w persistent limitations evaluate for ASD or other psychological disorders
By rray, 6 May, 2024 Those who don t respond to initial supportive tx might warrant referral or evacuation esp if ongoing or worsening threats to safety