Caring for Patients with Mental Health Disorders: A Guide for LPN/LVN Students

As an LPN/LVN student, it’s essential to understand the importance of caring for patients with mental health disorders in general patient care settings. With this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn how to recognize and respond to the most critical mental health issues, develop effective communication techniques, and explore ethical and legal considerations.

Recognize and Respond to Mental Health Issues

Our easy-to-read guide uses a conversational writing style to help you understand how to identify and address common mental health disorders. You’ll discover how to:

• Recognize symptoms and warning signs of mental health conditions
• Develop effective communication strategies for working with patients
• Address ethical and legal issues in psychiatric nursing

Explore Alternative and Complementary Treatments

In this revised and updated 4th Edition, you’ll learn about the latest theories and treatments in psychiatric nursing, including:

• Enhanced care plans for better patient outcomes
• Alternative and complementary treatments for mental health disorders
• Up-to-date information on psychopharmacology, including must-know side effects

Develop Your Skills with Interactive Exercises

Take your learning to the next level with interactive exercises available online at DavisPlus. These exercises will help you:

• Sharpen your skills in psychiatric nursing
• Develop confidence in your ability to care for patients with mental health disorders

This comprehensive guide provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to provide exceptional care for patients with mental health disorders. With 432 pages of in-depth information and up-to-date coverage of psychiatric nursing, you’ll be well-equipped to succeed in your LPN/LVN program and beyond.