Psychology for the Profession of Nursing

By Jeanne G. Gilbert and Robert Weitz

Book Overview

Psychology For The Profession Of Nursing by Jeanne G. Gilbert is a comprehensive guide for nurses who want to understand the psychological aspects of their profession. The book provides an overview of the basic principles of psychology and how they can be applied in nursing practice. It covers topics such as human development, personality, motivation, communication, stress, and coping mechanisms. The book also explores the psychological aspects of patient care, including the impact of illness and injury on patients and their families, as well as the emotional challenges that nurses may face in their work. It discusses the importance of empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity in nursing practice, and provides practical strategies for building strong therapeutic relationships with patients.Throughout the book, Gilbert emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice and the need for nurses to use research to inform their clinical decision-making. She also provides numerous case examples and scenarios to illustrate key concepts and help readers apply the material to real-world situations.Overall, Psychology For The Profession Of Nursing is an essential resource for nurses who want to deepen their understanding of the psychological aspects of their work and improve their ability to provide high-quality, patient-centered care.This is a new release of the original 1949 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258906198
• ISBN13: 9781258906191
• Release Date: October 2013
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"