Psychnotes: Clinical Pocket Guide

By Darlene D. Pedersen MSN APRN PMHCNS

A Davis's Notes TitlePerfect wherever you are...in class, in clinical, and in any practice setting! This handy guide delivers quick access to need-to-know information on DSM-5 disorders and treatments, psychotropic drugs, documentation, and patient education. No other resource delivers as much information in a format that's as easy to read, easy to access, and fits in your pocket.

Coverage of documentation - psychiatric medications, restraints and seclusion - DSM-5 disorders and treatments - and patient education and careBasic behavioral theories at a glanceKey aspects of psychiatric and crisis interventionsGeneral mental status assessments and exams, with focused assessments for adult and geriatric populations, including mini-cognitive assessment instrument for dementia and rating scale for Lewy Body diseasesEssential information on psychotropic drugsClient/family education tables, tips, and strategiesCultural considerations and assessment toolReusable mental health history, multiaxial assessment, CAGE, self-administered patient health questionnaires 2 and 9, and many other assessment toolsClinical pearls throughout to provide practical on-the-spot adviceHIPAA-compliant, write-on/wipe-off pagesUPDATED & REVISED! All content thoroughly reviewed, revised, and updated to incorporate the newest knowledge in the field, including new drugs and drug updates.

• Format: Spiral-bound
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1719645450
• ISBN13: 9781719645454
• Release Date: August 2021
• Publisher: F. A. Davis Company
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 3.5" x 5.7"