Barbara Schoen Johnson Bücher

This edition presents the principles and practice of psychiatric nursing in an adaptation and growth framework, integrated through a nursing process format. Highly visual and readable, the text covers major disorders, treatments, and psych-related topics of concern throughout the lifespan. Text features include Therapeutic Dialogues, Nursing Care Plans, Case Studies, Case Study-based Questions for Class Discussion, and Clinical Pathways. It places increased focus on psychopharmacology, nursing care plans incorporating outcome-based care, and increased coverage of community-based care. New study aids include end-of-chapter review questions and critical thinking questions. Four new chapters cover Mental Health Promotion, Alternative Therapies, Forensic Psychiatric Nursing, and Dissociative Disorders.