A Guide to Psychiatric Examination - 1E

A Guide to Psychiatric Examination - 1E is an essential resource for healthcare professionals seeking to improve their skills in conducting psychiatric assessments. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions for performing a thorough psychiatric examination, including the assessment of mental status, cognitive functions, and emotional state. The book covers various psychiatric conditions and offers practical advice on interviewing techniques, history-taking, and identifying key signs and symptoms. Designed for psychiatrists, mental health professionals, and medical students, this guide is a valuable tool for understanding and diagnosing psychiatric disorders.

Top 5 Key Features:

• Step-by-step guide for conducting a comprehensive psychiatric examination
• Practical advice on interviewing techniques and history-taking
• Covers various psychiatric conditions and their diagnostic criteria
• Focuses on assessing mental status, cognitive functions, and emotional state
• Ideal resource for psychiatrists, mental health professionals, and medical students

Book Information:

• Edition: 1st
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Binding Type: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9780729543972