Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents on off-service rotations: psychiatry.

Objectives for Emergency Medicine residents on a Psychiatry rotation is the 33rd article in this continuing series of off-service objectives. Psychiatric presentations, including substance abuse and violent behavior, are ubiquitous in the emergency department. In addition, psychological issues influence every aspect of clinical care. A psychiatry rotation can be valuable in emergency medicine training. This experience can be enhanced by clearly defined learning objectives in clinical psychiatry.