Mental Health Law for Nurses
by Bridgit C. Dimond, F. Barker
ISBN-10: 0632039892
ISBN-13: 9780632039890
$84.95
Book Specs
Binding
Trade Paper
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Published on
Apr 11, 1996
Edition
1st Edition
Dimensions
6.86x0.57x9.50 Inches
Weight
0.94 Pounds
About the Book
In the UK, treatment of the mentally ill is governed by two major pieces of legislation: the Mental Health Act (of 1983) and the Code of Practice (S.118), published in 1990 and reviewed periodically by the Secretary of State. Because nurses in any speciality may encounter patients suffering from mental disorder, it is extremely useful that they have an understanding of the legal principles involved. Mental Health Law for Nurses provides such an introduction and practical guide to the law and directives embodied in treatment of persons exhibiting mental disorder. Additionally, for those nurses specialising in direct care of the mentally ill or handicapped, this book provides an easy reference and relevance to their daily practice.