Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

Nursing has a particular emphasis on psychiatric mental health nursing. Psychiatric nurses are particularly trained nurses who are responsible for the psychological and physical well-being of patients diagnosed with mental disorders or behavioral issues. Psychiatric mental health registered nurses examine the mental health needs of individuals, families, groups, and communities. These nurses prepare a nursing diagnosis and plan of care, then implements and assesses the nursing process. They help people of varying ages who are suffering from mental diseases or distress. Schizophrenia, schizoaffective disease, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, suicidal tendencies, psychosis, paranoia, and self-harm. Psychological therapies, establishing a therapeutic alliance, dealing with challenging behavior, and the administration of psychiatric medicines are all taught to nurses who work in this field.

• Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing
• Psychiatric Nurses
• Neurological Nursing