In this episode of the Nursing Show, host Jamie Davis looks at assessing behavioral or psychological patients. After the week's news and commentary, he talks about why nurses should keep in mind the communication techniques for these types of patients watch out for defense mechanisms displayed by the person interviewed and be able to get through those barriers for a more effective assessment. Find more at www.NursingShow.TV
The Nursing Show provides weekly news, updates, and commentary for nurses, nursing students and educators about patient care and health care. Each week's episode also includes a nursing tip, review, or interview with a nurse leader. Find more at NursingShow.com
