Psychiatric Evaluation in Adults

Target Audience: Psychiatrists

Target Population: Adults presenting for psychiatric treatment

Background and Objective

These guidelines were developed through a systematic review of the literature and standardized ratings of that evidence and used the approach suggested by the Institute of Medicine and the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. In addition, input of experts was solicited. Findings are listed as either a “recommendation” (the benefit clearly outweighs the harm) or a “suggestion” (benefit/harm balance is difficult to judge). A rating of the strength of the evidence (A, B, or C) is given with each finding.

Key Points

There are nine guidelines overall, covering how to rev…