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020 _a9781529769029
_q(paperback)
100 1 _aHolland, Liz
245 1 4 _aThe nurse's guide to mental health medicines
250 _a2nd ed.
263 _a1111
264 1 _aLondon :
_bSAGE Publishing,
_c2022.
300 _axii, 185 pages ;
_c22cm
505 _a1. Antidepressant Medications 2. Mood-Stabilising Medications 3. Medications for Managing Anxiety 4. Medicines for Alcohol and Drug Dependence -- by Emily Floyd 5. Antipsychotic Medication 6. Medicines for Rapid Tranquillisation 7. Medication Used for the Management of Dementia -- by Sara Soames Appendix: Drug Calculations Glossary
520 _a"A book written by nurses for nurses providing a simple guide to the most common medicines. Spanning 8 concise and highly readable chapters, the book explains the pharmacology of different drug types in simple terms while also considering the practical aspects of working with people requiring mental health medicines. Key features: A detailed 'Medicines List' contained in each chapter providing the key information on dosages, brand names and possible adverse reactions Takes a life course approach highlighting specific considerations for children, pregnancy and older people Cuts through the complex terminology with clear and simple language supported by real world case studies"--
_cProvided by publisher.
650 _aPsychopharmacology
650 _aPsychotropic drugs
_97615
650 _aPsychiatric nursing
650 _aDrug therapy
650 _aMental disorders
999 _c94631
_d94631