Wright & Leahey's Nurses and Families: A Guide to Family Assessment and Intervention | Eighth Edition

Details about Wright & Leahey's Nurses and Families: A Guide to Family Assessment and Intervention:

The ideal "how-to" book!

• Master assessment, communication and intervention skills when working with families across the lifespan.
• Rely on practical guidelines for family interviewing.
• Consult clinical tools, skills, and case study examples.

Harness the power of the nurse-family relationship!
Use the Calgary Family Assessment and Intervention Models to assess families effectively and know when and how to intervene to reduce suffering and promote health. They are easy to-apply and practical models for nurses working with a wide variety of complex issues and family structures, from the first interview through to discharge or termination. 

From theory to practice, you’ll develop the knowledge you need to prepare, conduct, and document family interviews while you also hone your skills to use questions more effectively. You’ll also learn how to avoid the three most common errors in family nursing and how to conduct a 15-minute interview.