The first book to address the care of dual-diagnosis patients in non-psychiatric settings
Brimming with practical insights and strategies, this unique Fast Facts resource delivers concise, quick-access information about caring for patients with common physical complaints who also have a psychiatric diagnosis. It is the first book written for non-psychiatric nurses in multiple clinical settings to address the needs of patients with co-morbid diagnoses, and facilitates the integration of skills and strategies that support recovery for patients diagnosed with mental illness.
Delivered in a convenient pocket-sized format, the guide delivers comprehensive information in easy-to-access short chapters, bulleted lists, tables, and figures, along with “Fast Facts in a Nutshell” boxes featuring key information. It covers the diagnoses of common psychiatric disorders and addresses the symptom alliance between various medical diagnoses and mental illness, and substance abuse and co-occurring mental disorders. Also included are strategies for establishing a therapeutic alliance with patients with psychiatric disorders and issues posing challenges for nurses in specific clinical settings. Additionally, the book explores the legal and ethical issues surrounding provision of care to patients with mental illness.
- Delivers quick-access information about caring for patients with co-morbid diagnoses—the first book to do so
- Written for non-psychiatric nurses in a variety of clinical settings
- Presents key information in short chapters, bulleted content, lists, tables, and figures plus “Fast Facts” boxes
- Covers the diagnoses of common psychiatric disorders and de-stigmatizes patients with mental illness
- Provides strategies for fostering successful nursing interventions
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Over de auteur
Brenda Marshall, Ed D, APRN, ANEF, is a full professor and director of the College of Science and Health’s Center for Research at William Paterson University (WPU) in Wayne, New Jersey. She was the coordinator of the DNP program at WPU (2011–2016) prior to becoming a Fulbright Scholar Specialist in mental health. She has been recognized by multiple organizations for innovative teaching methods in research and was awarded the National Excellence in Research Award (2018) by the American Psychiatric Nurses Association.