DSM-5-TR for Nurses Made Easy
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DSM-5-TR for Nurses Made Easy

A Practical Casebook for Assessment and Diagnosis

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eBook - ePub

DSM-5-TR for Nurses Made Easy

A Practical Casebook for Assessment and Diagnosis

About this book

DSM-5-TR for Nurses Made Easy: A Practical Casebook for Assessment and Diagnosis

Master psychiatric diagnosis with this essential nursing resource that transforms complex DSM-5-TR criteria into practical assessment skills. This comprehensive casebook bridges the gap between psychiatric theory and clinical application, providing nurses with the tools needed to confidently navigate mental health assessment in any healthcare setting.

Through real-world case studies and clinical examples, this guide illustrates how to identify key diagnostic criteria, conduct thorough assessments, and develop appropriate care plans. The text breaks down challenging concepts into accessible language without sacrificing clinical accuracy or depth.

Key features include:

Step-by-step guidance for conducting comprehensive psychiatric interviews

Cultural and diversity considerations for accurate assessment across populations

LGBTQ+ specific mental health assessment approaches

Practice questions and diagnostic reasoning exercises for certification exam preparation

Interdisciplinary communication templates for effective care coordination

Implementation strategies for various clinical settings from inpatient to community care

Emerging diagnostic concepts and technological advances in psychiatric assessment

This resource includes quick-reference diagnostic criteria, validated assessment tools, documentation templates, and medication considerations critical for nursing practice. The practical approach emphasizes clinical application rather than memorization, making complex psychiatric concepts accessible to nurses at all experience levels.

Perfect for nursing students, new graduates, practicing nurses transitioning to psychiatric settings, and experienced psychiatric nurses seeking to update their knowledge with DSM-5-TR changes. This casebook serves as both a clinical companion and an educational resource that will remain valuable throughout your nursing career.

Ideal for courses in psychiatric nursing, mental health assessment, and advanced practice psychiatric nursing. Enhance your diagnostic skills, improve patient outcomes, and build confidence in psychiatric assessment with this indispensable nursing guide.

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Yes, you can access DSM-5-TR for Nurses Made Easy by Keshon Orra Petersen,Thando Thando McIntyre in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Medicine & Nursing. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Year
2025
eBook ISBN
9781923370470
Edition
0
Subtopic
Nursing

Table of contents

  1. DSM-5-TR for Nurses Made Easy
  2. Table of Contents
  3. Section I: Foundations
  4. Introduction
  5. The Nurse's Role in Psychiatric Assessment and Diagnosis
  6. DSM-5-TR Essentials for Nurses
  7. Assessment Tools and Documentation
  8. Section II: Case Studies by Diagnostic Category
  9. Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  10. Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders
  11. Bipolar and Related Disorders
  12. Depressive Disorders
  13. Anxiety Disorders
  14. Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders
  15. Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders
  16. Dissociative Disorders
  17. Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
  18. Feeding and Eating Disorders
  19. Elimination Disorders
  20. Sleep-Wake Disorders
  21. Sexual Dysfunctions and Gender Dysphoria
  22. Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorders
  23. Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
  24. Neurocognitive Disorders
  25. Personality Disorders
  26. Section III: Special Populations and Considerations
  27. Child and Adolescent Assessment
  28. Geriatric Assessment
  29. Emergency and Crisis Assessment
  30. Cultural and Diversity Considerations
  31. Section Iv: Practical Applications
  32. Preparing for NCLEX and Certification Exams
  33. Interdisciplinary Communication
  34. Implementation in Various Practice Settings
  35. Future Directions in Psychiatric Diagnosis and Nursing Practice
  36. Appendices
  37. Quick Reference Diagnostic Criteria
  38. Assessment Tools and Scales
  39. Documentation Templates
  40. Medication Considerations in Assessment
  41. References