Varcarolis' Foundations of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing 9th edition - ISBN13:  978-0323697071
 
Prepare for psychiatric nursing care with this comprehensive, evidence-based eBook! Explore the intricacies of psychiatric disorders and master the art of delivering quality mental and behavioral health care with Varcarolis' Foundations of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing: A Clinical Approach, 9th Edition. Authored by clinical nurse specialist Dr. Margaret Jordan Halter, this acclaimed text provides a roadmap for understanding psychiatric conditions and offers practical examples to excel in the field.
Key Features:
Structured clinical chapters following the nursing process framework for seamless theory-to-application transition.
Illustrated explanations elucidating the neurobiology of disorders for deeper comprehension.
DSM-5 criteria for major disorders and nursing care plans for effective treatment.
Updated Next Generation NCLEX® content to aid in PMHN certification exam readiness.
Highlights:
Real-life patient vignettes in Case Study and Nursing Care Plan boxes.
Evidence-Based Practice boxes summarizing recent research studies and their implications.
Six-step nursing process offering comprehensive assessment and intervention guidelines.
Learning aids such as key terms, critical thinking exercises, and chapter reviews.
Conversational writing style facilitating easy comprehension and practical application.
Coverage of therapeutic communication techniques and strategies for effective patient interaction.
Assessment Guidelines for various disorders and cultural considerations in care delivery.
Patient and Family Teaching boxes emphasizing the nurse’s role in education and support.
Equip yourself for success in psychiatric nursing practice with this essential resource!