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Essentials of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing A Communication Approach to Evidence-Based Care

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ISBN-10: 1416000518

ISBN-13: 9781416000518

Edition: 2009

Authors: Elizabeth M. Varcarolis, Margaret Jordan Halter

List price: $59.95
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This focused approach to psychiatric mental health provides you with an uncomplicated way to understand the often-intimidating subject of psychiatric nursing. Inside youll find two themes of psychiatric mental health nursing: the How of Communication and the Why of Evidence. You will also find easy-to-understand explanations of the research that applies to psychiatric nursing issues and how to incorporate this evidence into everyday care. Emphasizes evidence-based practice related to nursing interventions and the profound impact of research on the advancement of treatment options for individuals with psychiatric disorders. UNIQUE! Examining the Evidence boxes ask a realistic question and…    
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Book details

List price: $59.95
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Publication date: 9/10/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 624
Size: 8.00" wide x 10.00" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 2.486
Language: English

Essential Theoretical Concepts for Practice
Practicing the Science and Art of Psychiatric Nursing
Mental Health and Mental Illness
Theories and Therapies
Biological Basis for Understanding Psychopharmacology
Tools for Practice of the Art
Nursing Process: The Foundation for Safe and Effective Care
Communication Skills: Medium for All Nursing Practice
Therapeutic Relationships and the Clinical Interview
Caring for Patients with Psychobiological Disorders
Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders
Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders
Personality Disorders
Eating Disorders
Mood Disorders: Depression
Mood Disorders: Mania
The Schizophrenias
Cognitive Disorders
Addictive Disorders
Communicating with and Planning Care for Patients Experiencing Psychiatric Emergencies
Crisis and Disaster
Child, Partner, and Elder Abuse
Sexual Assault
Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors
Anger and Aggression
Grief and Loss
Communicating with and Planning Care for Patients with Discrete Needs
Children and Adolescents
Adults
Older Adults
Caring for Patients within the Context of the Mental Health Care System
Legal and Ethical Basis for Practice
Settings for Psychiatric Care
Appendices
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Glossary