Synopses & Reviews
Rely on the distinctive voice and dedicated vision of Mary C. Townsend to provide the most clearly written, comprehensive text for psychiatric mental health nursing. Follow an evidence-based, holistic approach to nursing practice that focuses on both biological and behavioral components. Thoroughly revised and updated, the 7th Edition adds a new emphasis on therapeutic communication and offers up-to-date coverage of Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) initiatives. Plus, a BONUS CD-ROM provides additional practice with an electronic workbook and NCLEX-style questions, including alternate-item format questions.
Synopsis
- An evidence-based, holistic approach that focuses on both the biological and behavioral components of mental illness.
- In-depth explanations of nursing interventions.
- Patient Outcomes presented as measurable short- and long-term goals.
- Coverage of electronic documentation.
- Information on psychotropic drugs.
- Spiritual assessment tool.