Transcription of A Quick Reference Guide - Psychiatry Online
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Based on Practice Guideline for the Treatment of Patients With Schizophrenia,Second Edition,originally published in February 2004. A guideline watch, summarizing significant developments in the scientific literature since publication of this guideline, may be available in the Psychiatric Practice section of the APA web site at Quick Reference GuideAmerican Psychiatric Association Steering Committee on Practice GuidelinesJohn S. McIntyre, , ChairSara C. Charles, , Vice-ChairDaniel J. Anzia, A. Cook, T. Finnerty, R. Johnson, E. Nininger, Summergrad, M. Woods, , Yager, and Component LiaisonsRobert Pyles, (Area I)C. Deborah Cross, (Area II)Roger Peele, (Area III)Daniel J. Anzia, (Area IV)John P. D. Shemo, (Area V)Lawrence Lurie, (Area VI)R. Dale Walker, (Area VII)Mary Ann Barnovitz, Hafter Gray, Saxena, Tonnu, Editors, Quick Reference GuidesMichael B.
Consider use of a computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan (MRI is preferred) for patients with a new onset of psychosis or with an atypical clinical presentation, because findings (e.g., ventricular enlargement, diminished cortical volume) may enhance confidence in the diagnosis and provide information
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