Are there other healthcare providers the NP should consider consulting for this patient and why? (15 points) Answer: In this case, Ms IC's GP, gynecologist and her psychiatric nurse or psychiatrist, as well as the person caring for her or her family members should be contacted by the professional nurse to obtain Mrs IC's previous medical history and medical managements. The purpose of consulting with other healthcare professionals is to provide better care and prevent relapse. Medication adherence is poor due to side effects of long-term pharmacotherapy. There is a 50% chance that bipolar episodes will return if patients do not comply with treatment within one year (McCarron, Xiong, & Bourgeois, 2009). Therefore, encouragement and support from healthcare professionals and families are essential for patients to continue drug therapy and psychosocial treatments. All healthcare providers should be aware of the medications patients are taking to avoid drug interactions. Referral to a mental psychiatry specialist and/or a psychiatrist for evaluation of CBT and/or other psychosocial therapies for Ms. IC is an option