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Numerous studies have shown that critically ill psychiatric patient 's lifespan is significantly impacted by amendable medical comorbidities (Pope, 2011; Nankivell et al., 2013). Moreover, it has been predicted that their lifespan may be reduced by 25 years in comparison to the general population (Pope, 2011, Nankivell et al., 2013). Besides, other research reveals that health care providers ' negative attitude can considerably affect these patients ' treatment outcome as well as their overall well-being (Stuber et al., 2014). Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP) can play an essential role in removing barriers to health care by advocating for the rights of mentally ill patients and providing psychoeducation training to medical professionals (Nankivell et al., 2013; Pope, 2013; Shattell & Staurt, 2013; Smith, Jones, & Simpson, …show more content…
In this paper, I will discuss current barriers to medical care, intervention strategies to remove those barriers, and suggestions on how the PMHNP can advocate for mentally ill patients and provide

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