The Diagnosis and Management of Agitation

The Diagnosis and Management of Agitation
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 297
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ISBN-10 : 9781108116497
ISBN-13 : 1108116493
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Book Synopsis The Diagnosis and Management of Agitation by : Scott L. Zeller

Download or read book The Diagnosis and Management of Agitation written by Scott L. Zeller and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2017-02-15 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A common symptom of psychiatric and medical disorders, agitation often appears in a variety of medical environments. This practical guide explores the origins of the condition and the differing approaches and treatments available. The biology of agitation is discussed, followed by specific chapters on substance abuse, medical causes, personality disorders, and treatment in pediatrics and the elderly. Treatment options including psychiatric work-ups, medical work-ups, psychopharmacology, de-escalation, and calming techniques are provided. The complexities of legal issues, patients' rights, and prehospital settings are also addressed, providing physicians, nurses, and mental health workers with a comprehensive resource in providing safe, focused, and effective treatment.


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