by Victoria Hendrick, Daniel D Carlat

This comprehensive guide is designed to be a valuable resource for professionals working in psychiatric inpatient settings. Whether you're a psychiatrist, nurse, social worker, or any other professional in a multidisciplinary team, this book provides the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the intricacies of inpatient psychiatric care.

PRACTICAL TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Conducting psychiatric assessments
• Managing psychiatric emergencies
• Diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders
• Addressing legal and ethical issues
• Managing common comorbid medical conditions
• Implementing hospital safety protocols
• Navigating health care administration

REVIEW QUOTES:

"A well-designed, very accessible, and perfectly outlined source of information for psychiatric care in hospitals. What I would have given to have this in hand when I've worked on

inpatient units!"

-Scott Zeller, MD

co-editor, Emergency Psychiatry: Principles and Practice

"Clear, concise, and action-oriented, it walks you through every step of psychiatric inpatient care."

-Eliza Brink, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Assistant Teaching Professor, University of Washington

"This is the book I'll be recommending for years to come. It will become the cornerstone of every inpatient psychiatric facility's library."

-Matthew Thomas, PMHNP-BC

"An everything-included book on hospital psychiatry useful for both residents in training and seasoned attending physicians alike."

-Michael Kim, DO