Enhance Your Care: Maudsley Practice Guidelines for Physical Health Conditions in Psychiatry

By David M. Taylor, Fiona Gaughran, and Toby Pillinger

Improve your assessment, investigation, and management of physical health conditions in people with severe mental illness with the Maudsley Practice Guidelines for Physical Health Conditions in Psychiatry. This evidence-based guide is designed for psychiatric and general practitioners seeking to bridge the gap between psychiatric and physical health services for the severely mentally ill.

A Comprehensive Resource for Better Patient Care

Written by a team of respected experts in medicine, surgery, pharmacy, dietetics, physiotherapy, and psychiatry, this book covers over a hundred different medical and surgical presentations commonly seen in people with serious mental illness. You’ll find expert guidance on:

• Assessing and managing physical health conditions in people with severe mental illness
• Handling physical health emergencies in a psychiatric setting
• Evidence-based approaches to managing physical side effects of psychiatric medications
• Promoting a healthy lifestyle in people with serious mental illness, including smoking cessation and changes to diet and physical activity

The Maudsley Practice Guidelines for Physical Health Conditions in Psychiatry also provides valuable insights into making effective referrals to other medical and surgical subspecialties, ensuring that you’re well-equipped to provide high-quality care for your patients.

Why This Book Matters

By adopting a holistic approach to treatment that considers both body and mind, you can:

• Improve the quality of clinical care received by mentally ill patients
• Enhance the therapeutic relationship between patient and practitioner

Perfect for psychiatrists and general practitioners seeking to improve patient outcomes, the Maudsley Practice Guidelines for Physical Health Conditions in Psychiatry is an essential resource for navigating the complex divide between psychiatric and physical health conditions.

Product Details:

Published by Wiley-Blackwell, this 1st edition was released on October 14, 2020. The book is available in English and supports simultaneous device usage (up to 3 devices). Screen Reader and Sticky notes on Kindle Scribe are also enabled.