Author : Raymond Zakhari, DNP, EdM, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 0826179436
Total Pages : 295 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (261 download)
Book Synopsis The Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification Review Manual by : Raymond Zakhari, DNP, EdM, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Download or read book The Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification Review Manual written by Raymond Zakhari, DNP, EdM, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2020-03-12 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This review manual prepares students to successfully pass the ANCC Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner board certification examination. It encompasses all of the essential knowledge required, uses a succinct outline format that highlights critical detail, and systematically follows the test blueprint so that those taking the exam will be optimally prepared. The Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification Review Manual begins with an overview of the certification examination, self-care, and test tips; the role of the psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, scope of practice, and regulations; and the theoretical foundations of care. Other topics examined include the neuroanatomy and physiology of mental illness; psychopharmacology; and physical assessment, diagnostic tests, and differential diagnosis. A wide range of psychiatric disorders, as organized in the DSM-5, are also reviewed. Each of the chapters include learning objectives and end-of-chapter review questions. The review manual concludes with a 150-question practice test. KEY FEATURES Reflects the latest ANCC test blueprint Includes test-taking strategies and tips for preparing for the big day; scope of practice; and theoretical foundations of care Covers a wide range of psychiatric disorders, as organized in the DSM-5 Includes end-of-chapter review questions and rationales PLUS a valuable 150-question practice test with rationales—more than 400 questions in total