Clinical Consult to Psychiatric Mental Health Management for Nurse Practitioners, Second Edition – A Convenient, Practical, and Portable Guide of the Major DSM-5 Disorders

A comprehensive and updated resource edited by Jacqueline Rhoads PhD ACNP-BC ANP-C PMHNP-BE FAANP, this second edition remains essential for advanced practice nurse practitioners. It offers an in-depth overview of major DSM-5 disorders across different life stages, along with detailed clinical guidelines for their psychopharmacological management.

Organized for easy access to critical information, the guide covers the clinical features and symptoms of each disorder, as well as the most current and effective drug therapies. Tables clearly outline first and second-line medications, including adjunctive treatments, organized by drug classification. Essential details such as brand and generic names, customary dosages, side effects, interactions, pharmacokinetics, precautions, and management of special populations are provided.

Compiled by expert practitioners in psychiatric care and pharmacy, this guide is specifically designed for use by nurse practitioners and primary caregivers in clinical practice. Its convenient size makes it an ideal companion for busy professionals who need quick reference to key information on managing psychiatric disorders effectively.

First published by Springer Publishing Company on December 31, 2020, with a print length of 680 pages, this second edition is an indispensable tool for healthcare providers looking to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based practice in psychiatric care. Read more…