Geropsychiatric and Mental Health Nursing 2nd edition by Karen Devereaux Melillo, Susan Crocker Houde ISBN 076377359X ‎ 978-0763773595

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ISBN 10:  076377359X
ISBN 13: ‎ 978-0763773595
Author: Karen Devereaux Melillo, Susan Crocker Houde

Geropsychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Second Edition addresses the knowledge and skills necessary in the assessment and nursing care of older adults experiencing common late life mental health and psychiatric problems. This text features experts in gerontological nursing and geropsychiatric fields and provides essential information for advanced practice and professional nurses, as well as graduate and undergraduate nursing students.The Second Edition has been completely revised and updated to include crucial areas like assessment, diagnosis, psychopharmacology, and behavioral management strategies in nursing care of older adults. New to this edition are case studies in each chapter in addition to discussion questions. This new edition also presents the work of the Geropsychiatric Nursing Collaborative (GPNC) in its entirety. The focus of the GPNC is to improve the education of nurses who care for elders suffering from depression, dementia, and other mental health disorders. The collaborative effort enhances extant competencies for all levels of nursing education, focusing on older adults with mental health/illness concerns. Shared in the Appendix are the competency statements developed for basic, graduate, post-graduate, and continuing education nursing programs.

Geropsychiatric and Mental Health Nursing 2nd Table of contents:

• Introduction to Geropsychiatric Nursing

  • Overview of geropsychiatric nursing
  • The role of nurses in managing mental health in older adults
  • Challenges in the care of older adults with mental health conditions

• The Aging Process and Mental Health

  • Understanding normal aging and mental health changes
  • Cognitive, emotional, and social changes in older adults
  • Common psychiatric conditions in older adults

• Assessment of Mental Health in Older Adults

  • Mental health assessments specific to the geriatric population
  • Screening tools for dementia, depression, and anxiety
  • Clinical interview techniques and observation

• Common Mental Health Disorders in Older Adults

  • Depression and its impact on the elderly
  • Anxiety disorders and geriatric anxiety
  • Cognitive disorders (e.g., dementia, Alzheimer’s disease)
  • Psychosis in the elderly population

• Pharmacological Management in Geropsychiatric Nursing

  • Medications used in the treatment of psychiatric disorders in the elderly
  • Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in older adults
  • Managing polypharmacy and side effects

• Therapeutic Interventions for Mental Health Disorders

  • Psychotherapy approaches (e.g., cognitive-behavioral therapy)
  • Art, music, and reminiscence therapies
  • Behavioral interventions and cognitive rehabilitation

• Nursing Interventions in Geropsychiatric Care

  • Providing care for patients with dementia
  • Interventions for managing depression and anxiety in older adults
  • Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques

• Family and Caregiver Support in Geropsychiatric Nursing

  • The role of family in the care of elderly patients with mental health issues
  • Supporting caregivers: education and resources
  • Ethical issues in caregiving and patient autonomy

• Cultural Considerations in Geropsychiatric Nursing

  • Understanding cultural differences in mental health care
  • Adapting nursing interventions for diverse populations
  • The impact of cultural beliefs on mental health treatment

• Ethical and Legal Considerations

  • Ethical dilemmas in geropsychiatric care
  • Legal aspects: consent, capacity, and guardianship
  • End-of-life care and decision-making in elderly patients

• Challenges and Future Directions in Geropsychiatric Nursing

  • Addressing the growing demand for geriatric mental health services
  • Training and education for geropsychiatric nurses
  • Future trends in mental health care for the elderly population

• Conclusion: The Role of Geropsychiatric Nurses in the Future of Healthcare

  • Summary of geropsychiatric nursing practices
  • Importance of advocating for elderly mental health care
  • Building a holistic and compassionate approach to care

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