Book Description:
“Explore the essentials of psychiatric mental health nursing with Sheila L. Videbeck’s comprehensive textbook. Cover historical foundations, assessment methodologies, and diverse treatment approaches with case studies and a helpful companion website. Ideal for both students and professionals.”
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
Author: Sheila L. Videbeck
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN: 978-1975111786
Description: This comprehensive textbook provides a thorough exploration of the theory and practice involved in psychiatric mental health nursing. It encompasses a wide array of topics which include the historical development of psychiatric nursing, methods for assessing and diagnosing mental illness, various treatment approaches, and the critical roles played by psychiatric mental health nurses.
The book divides these topics into three main sections for better understanding and detailed study:
- The foundation and evolution of psychiatric mental health nursing along with key methodologies for assessment and diagnosis of mental illnesses.
- Detailed examination of the psychiatric nurse’s role in diverse environments such as hospitals, clinics, and community programs.
- Special topics in the field, including psychiatric care for different age groups and those coping with substance use disorders.
Written in a clear, concise manner, the book is supplemented with various case studies and examples to enhance learning. It also includes access to a companion website offering additional resources for both students and professionals in the field.
Essential for students and practitioners, this textbook is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in psychiatric mental health nursing, offering updated information reflective of the latest research and clinical practices.