NURS 335 - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (3cr.)

Credit(s): 3

PSYCH-MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
Focuses on the health of clients who are experiencing alterations in their mental health state. Examines the influence of mental health across the lifespan in diverse populations. Current treatments and nursing interventions based on crisis, acute, maintenance and health promotion phases of treatment are analyzed. Discussion of therapeutic use of self, effective communication strategies, critical thinking and evidence based practice prepares students to function as effective members of the inter-professional team while helping clients restore and maintain optimal health.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option
PREREQ: PSYC 100, NURS 322, NURS 330, and NURS 355 COREQ: NURS322, NURS330, and NURS355. RESTRICTIONS: Nursing majors only.

Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring

General Education Objectives: