Psychiatric-mental health guidelines for advanced practice nurses / edited by Brenda Marshall, Julie Bliss, Suzanne Drake.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Marshall, Brenda, 1951- Editor.

Bliss, Julie B., Editor.

Drake, Suzanne, Editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Psychiatric nursing--Methods.

Psychiatric nursing.

Psychiatric Nursing--methods.

Advanced Practice Nursing--methods.

Mental Disorders--nursing.

Medical Subjects:

Psychiatric Nursing--methods.

Advanced Practice Nursing--methods.

Mental Disorders--nursing.

Physical Description:

xi, 520 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm

Place of Publication:

Princeton, NJ : Springer Publishing Company, [2025]

Summary:

"Psychiatric-Mental Health Guidelines for Advanced Practice Nurses offers a comprehensive guide for advanced practice nurses (APNs) specializing in psychiatric-mental health. The book provides an extensive historical overview of the field, tracing its evolution from the late 19th century to the present and highlighting the development of educational programs and certifications that enhance professional credibility. Key topics include evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary care models, and the integration of psychopharmacology and psychotherapy in patient treatment. The text also explores the legal and ethical dimensions of psychiatric nursing, underscoring the necessity of adherence to professional standards. Special considerations are given to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and older adults, to ensure tailored approaches to care. Cultural competence is emphasized, advocating for the integration of patients' cultural backgrounds into their care plans. The book also addresses the intersection of medical and psychiatric disorders, highlighting the importance of accurate differential diagnosis. End-of-life care is discussed with a focus on supporting both patients and caregivers. This book is an invaluable resource for APRNs, providing the knowledge and tools necessary to deliver high-quality psychiatric-mental health care"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Part 1: Psychiatric nursing guidelines

Psychiatric-mental health nursing: an overview

Therapeutic communication

Trauma-informed care

Conducting the Adult Psychiatric Assessment

Conducting the Pediatric Psychiatric Assessment

Conducting the Geriatric Psychiatric Assessment

Psychiatric assessment scales

Psychotherapy

Part II: Diagnosis-specific procedures and patient treatment planning

Anxiety disorders

Feeding and eating disorders

Mood disorders, depression disorders, and bipolar disorders

Perinatal mental health

Personality disorders

Sleep-wake disorders

Somatic symptom and related disorders

Substance use disorders

Thought and psychotic disorders

Part III: Special populations and care settings

Cultural considerations

Special considerations for the LGBTQ+ population

Special considerations for childhood and adolescent populations

Aging and older adult populations

Physical and mental disabilities in the pediatric population

Mental and physical disabilities in adults

Homeless and indigent populations

Veterans and survivors of war

Provision of psychiatric care in acute settings

Provision of care in the community

Part IV: Conception to launch and establishing a practice

Establishing a psychiatric APRN practice

Electronic health records and telehealth

tAdvocacy, the law, and mental illness

Part V: Special considerations

Intersection of health comorbidities and mental health

Symptom sharing between medical and psychiatric disorders

Movement, nutrition, and mental health

Ethical considerations for the advanced practice registered nurse

Caregiver and end-of-life issues.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Online version: Psychiatric-mental health guidelines for advanced practice nurses

ISBN:

9780826180513

0826180515

OCLC:

1455341303

Publisher Number:

90103645791