MENTAL HEALTH LAW FOR NURSES by Bridgit C. Dimond, Frances H. Barker ( 9780632039890 )

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Title:

MENTAL HEALTH LAW FOR NURSES

By:

Bridgit C. Dimond, Frances H. Barker

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ISBN 10:

0632039892

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9780632039890

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Publisher:

JOHN WILEY AND SONS LTD

Pub. date:

10 January, 1996

Pages:

208

Description:

This text presents the impact of mental health law on nurses. Topics covered include: the code of practice and other guidance; definitions, medical recommendations and implications; admission to hospital; mentally disordered offenders; and information provision to patient and nearest relative.

Synopsis:

Treatment of the mentally ill in the UK is governed by the Mental Health Act (1983) and the Code of Pracitce (S.118) published in 1990 and reviewed periodically by the Secretary of State. Nurses in any speciality may encounter patients suffering from mental disorder and therefore need to have an understanding of the legal principles involved. Mental Health Law for Nurses provides an introduction and practical guide to the law and directives embodied in these. Nurses specialising in the care of the mentally ill or handicapped will find this a book for easy reference and directly relevant to their everyday practice. This book provides coverage for community care homes and institutional settings. It includes questions and exercises to encourage debate and discussion. A comprehensive bibliography enables practitioners to follow-up areas of interest.

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15 line illustrations, bibliography

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Imprint:

Blackwell Science Ltd

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