Linked closely to professional standards, and with a clear values- and evidence-base, the book aims to raise awareness of the physical health needs of individuals with mental health problems, outline the physical health assessment process and suggest health enhancing interventions for use in clinical practice. Consideration will be given to the following aspects of physical wellbeing;
-cardiovascular health
-diabetes
-sexual health
-respiratory health
-cancer
-wound care
-substance misuse
-infection control
-medicine management
Further chapters on legal and ethical issues explain the need to practise appropriately within the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act, while a linking theme throughout the book stresses the importance of health promotion.
Backed up by case examples and with a range of reflective exercises throughout, The Physical Care of People with Mental Health Problems is a key text for students and practitioners working in mental health services. It will also be useful reading for practice nurses, district nurses, midwives and all allied health practitioners.
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Linked closely to professional standards, and with a clear values- and evidence-base, the book aims to raise awareness of the physical health needs of individuals with mental health problems, outline the physical health assessment process and suggest health enhancing interventions for use in clinical practice. Consideration will be given to the following aspects of physical wellbeing;
-cardiovascular health
-diabetes
-sexual health
-respiratory health
-cancer
-wound care
-substance misuse
-infection control
-medicine management
Further chapters on legal and ethical issues explain the need to practise appropriately within the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act, while a linking theme throughout the book stresses the importance of health promotion.
Backed up by case examples and with a range of reflective exercises throughout, The Physical Care of People with Mental Health Problems is a key text for students and practitioners working in mental health services. It will also be useful reading for practice nurses, district nurses, midwives and all allied health practitioners.
Imprint | Sage Publications Ltd |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Release date | 2013 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | 2013 |
Editors | Eve Collins, Mandy Drake, Maureen Deacon |
Dimensions | 242 x 170 x 13mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 248 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-85702-921-8 |
Barcode | 9780857029218 |
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LSN | 0-85702-921-5 |