A GUIDE TO MENTAL HEALTH & PSYCHIATRIC NURSING SEMESTER V & VI
This sixth edition functions as an authoritative guide for those pursuing careers in mental health nursing. Whether you're a student, educator, or seasoned clinician, you'll find substantial material covering psychiatric fundamentals, sophisticated communication strategies, and research-backed approaches to treating psychological conditions. The book incorporates fresh DSM standards, professional and moral frameworks, alongside recent advances in medication management and nursing techniques. What sets this edition apart is its practical grounding: genuine patient scenarios, detailed case analyses, and thought-provoking problem-solving tasks prepare you for real clinical situations. The authors recognise that good psychiatric care demands emotional intelligence, personal strength, and attention to your own wellbeing. Aligned with India's nursing curriculum standards, the text balances accessibility with depth, presenting complex psychiatric concepts in straightforward language. Coverage spans major mental health conditions using the latest ICD-11 framework, paired with tailored nursing responses. Each chapter concludes with self-assessment questions and multiple-choice items designed to sharpen your exam performance and clinical confidence. Additional resources include audio learning modules, interview preparation materials, and a current pharmaceutical reference. This is genuinely the sort of book you'll return to throughout your career, offering both foundational knowledge and contemporary practice wisdom.
- Author: R Sreevani
- Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Pvt. Ltd.
- Genre: Medicine & Healthcare
- ISBN: 978-9366161686
- Pages: 588 pages