Principles and Practice of Psychiatric Nursing

by Gail Wiscarz Stuart, Michele T. Laraia, Sandra J. Sundeen

Book Overview

Using the latest clinical research and diagnoses, Principles and Practice of Psychiatric Nursing, 10th Edition provides a holistic, biopsychosocial approach to psychiatric nursing care. It follows the popular Stuart stress-adaptation framework and includes comprehensive coverage to simplify important nursing and medical concepts, promote quality and safety in care, and address psychobiology and psychopharmacology topics integral to today's...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0323091148
• ISBN13: 9780323091145
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Mosby
• Length: 816 Pages
• Weight: 3.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.4" x 10.8"

Customer Reviews

Psychiatric Nursing

This is a great textbook. Very informative without being boring. Includes personal reports from patients, families, and experienced nurses. Each chapter concludes with a short quiz to help focus on the main points. Includes assessment tools such as the Mini Mental Status Exam. Perfect for beginners. This book is a refreshing balance of educational and enjoyable reading.