Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing: Patient-Centered Mental Health Care and Therapeutic Practice prepares nursing students to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to patients experiencing mental health challenges. The textbook emphasizes the therapeutic nurse-patient relationship, effective communication, and a respectful, stigma-free approach that supports patient dignity and recovery.

Topics include therapeutic communication, the mental status examination, and the assessment and nursing management of common conditions such as anxiety, mood, psychotic, and substance use disorders. The book also covers psychopharmacology, crisis intervention, therapeutic environments, patient and family education, and recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care, giving students a practical framework for supporting mental health and well-being across settings.

Whether you are beginning your study of mental health nursing or reviewing before clinical rotations, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing provides the knowledge and clinical context needed to care for patients with empathy and confidence. With its focus on therapeutic practice and evidence-based, patient-centered care, this comprehensive guide is a valuable resource for nursing school, clinical practice, and NCLEX-RN® preparation.