Introduction Over the past 20 years, emergency psychiatry has developed into an independent subspecialty practice within psychiatry. Although formal board certification requirements are lacking, all accredited US psychiatric residency-training programs follow minimum training guidelines for emergency psychiatry. The emergence of…
Overview Solid organ transplantation is an accepted, successful, and commonly employed treatment option for patients with end-organ failure. Transplantation recipients of a heart, liver, kidney, lung(s), pancreas, or small intestine now live longer with an overall improved quality of life.…
Key Points The safety assessment is crucial in emergency evaluations. Assessment and management of acute agitation are of particular importance. It is critical to consider and to diagnose acute medical problems during the evaluation of a psychiatric emergency. Signs of…
Key Points Solid organ transplantation is a viable treatment option for patients with end-organ failure. Psychiatrists are integral members of multi-disciplinary transplant teams, involved in both pre-operative and post-operative assessment and care. The emotional well-being of the transplant patient can…