Mental Health Placements

A handy pocket guide to help mental health student nurses prepare for their practice placements. Mental health nursing placements can be daunting - you'll be working in a variety of settings and supporting individuals with a range of mental health problems. There are new colleagues to work with, and newly learned nursing theory to put into practice. This pocket guide is designed to make your placements much more enjoyable and less stressful. From absence policy to personal safety, via least restrictive practice, it's full of practical detail, hints and tips. Written by a team comprising an experienced mental health lecturer, a Practice Education Facilitator and two recently qualified mental health nurses - this guidance is really produced with you in mind. Pocket-sized format - carry it with you at all times. Space to make your own notes - be it uniform policy, new terminology, or just the names of your new colleagues! Reduce your stress and make the most of your placements by having this book to hand from the start. Pocket Guides is a series of handy, pocket-sized books designed to help students make the most of their practice learning experiences.