Within the nurse's scope of practice, which function is exclusive to the advanced practice psychiatric nurse?

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Psychotherapy is within the scope of practice for advanced practice psychiatric nurses, but not for nurses without advanced training and certification. Teaching about side effects of medication, using milieu therapy, and providing case management are all within the scope of practice for both psychiatric nurses and advanced practice psychiatric nurses.

Within the Nurse's Scope of Practice, Which Function Is Exclusive