NURS 335 - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing

Credit(s): 3

PSYCH-MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
Component: Lecture
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 222, NURS 233

COREQ: NURS 355 . RESTRICTIONS: Nursing Majors only.

Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring

General Education Objectives: