Handbook of Geropsychiatry for the Advanced Practice Nurse (eBook)

Mental Health Care for the Older Adult

Leigh Powers (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2020 | 1., First Edition, New Edition
325 Seiten
Springer Publishing Company (Verlag)
978-0-8261-5751-5 (ISBN)

Infos

Offers a wealth of information and insight geared specifically for APRNs providing holistic mental health care to older adultsAddressing the most commonly-encountered mental health disorders, this practical, evidence-based resource for advanced practice nurses, nurse educators, and graduate nursing students delivers the knowledge and tools needed to effectively assess, examine, diagnose, treat, and promote optimal mental health in the geriatric patient. Written by recognized experts in the field of geropsychiatry, this handbook encompasses updated DSM-5 diagnoses and criteria, psychopharmacology, the psychiatric exam, and systems-level approaches to care. It also considers the relationships of the geriatric patient to family, community, and health care providers as they contribute to successful treatment.This handbook examines the biological changes associated with aging and addresses common mental health disorders of older adults. It presents clear clinical guidelines and demonstrates the use of relevant clinical tools and scales with illustrative examples. Additionally, the text delves into cultural differences that impact treatment and addresses the distinct needs of patients during a pandemic such as COVID-19.Key Features:Written specifically for APNs and students who work in the geropsychiatry fieldPresents evidence-based content within a holistic nursing frameworkLinks psychopharmacological content with psychotherapyDescribes cultural considerations in assessment and treatment during a pandemic such as COVID-19in assessment and treatmentDelivers key information on interprofessional approaches to patient careIncludes Case studies with discussion questionsInterprofessional Boxes contain key information on partnerships that can enhance careEvidence-Based Practice Boxes focus on proven strategies and resourcesPurchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers.

Inhalt

Chapter 1. Basic Foundations of Aging

Chapter 2. The Psychiatric Exam in Geropsychiatry

Chapter 3. Depressive Disorders

Chapter 4. Bipolar and Related Disorders

Chapter 5. Anxiety Disorders

Chapter 6. Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders

Chapter 7. Sleep-Wake Disorders

Chapter 8. Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

Chapter 9. Neurocognitive Disorders

Chapter 10. Sexual Dysfunction in Geropsychiatry

Chapter 11. Medication Issues and Prescribing in Geropsychiatry

Chapter 12. Elder Abuse

Chapter 13. Family Dynamics

Chapter 14. Palliative Care and End of Life Issues

Chapter 15. Caring for Patients during a Pandemic

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.1.2021
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Politik / Gesellschaft
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Pflege ► Altenpflege
• Themenwelt: Pflege ► Fachpflege ► Neurologie / Psychiatrie
• Schlagworte: advanced practice nurses,aging,burden of illness,disability,evidence based practice,geriatrics,holistic mental health care,mental health disorders,older adults
• ISBN-10: 0-8261-5751-3 / 0826157513
• ISBN-13: 978-0-8261-5751-5 / 9780826157515