The mental health needs of patients in physical care settings
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The mental health needs of patients in physical care settings

Anthony Harrison Consultant Nurse (Liaison Psychiatry), Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust, Bath

Mental health problems are frequently seen in physical care settings. The author gives an overview of different types of psychological illness and discusses appropriate treatment and management.

Nursing Standard. 15, 51, 47-54. doi: 10.7748/ns2001.09.15.51.47.c3080

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anthony.harrison@awp.nhs.uk

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