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NEW! Chapter on stress identifies symptoms and triggers of stressors. NEW! Selected Concept boxes include pertinent information at the beginning of every chapter. NEW! Cultural Considerations sections reinforce the principles of culturally competent care. NEW! Additional discussions of QSEN are incorporated in the Nursing Process and QSEN chapter. NEW! Opening unit pages include photos and information about the most important contributions of psychiatric mental health nursing pioneers. NEW! Updated Table of Contents improves content flow and eliminates redundancy.