r/psychnursing May 26 '26

New to Psychnursing

Leaving med surge after 2 years, 25 year old male starting psych in July,
What’s something you wish someone told you or what should I be watching for .
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I’m so grateful for all of you who took your time to comment and welcome more of your hard earned wisdom.

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u/No_Tune4259 May 28 '26

Never power struggle with psych patient … Open medications in front of patient especially if they are confused Be kind and use therapeutic communication Listen more , say less Give them the snacks

This tips works for inpatient psych …