Course Description

NUR 230 CONCEPTS IN MENTAL HEALTH & PSYCHIATRIC NURSING PRACTICE   4.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the basic concepts and frameworks of psychiatric and mental health nursing. Introduction to assessment and treatment of patients with mental health challenges is emphasized. Traditional psychotherapeutic and alternative healing methods are discussed. Growth and development across the lifespan including gerontology, safety, evidence-based practice, therapeutic communications, pharmacotherapeutics, client advocacy, teaching, and patient-centered care are explored. Concepts related to social/ethical/legal considerations in relation to this vulnerable population are applied. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, and personal self-awareness and self-growth as well as interprofessional collaboration and communication. Students implement the nursing process and develop beginning-level clinical skills in individual and group recovery focused care at a variety of mental health agencies and with a diverse group of psychiatric clients. 4 credit hours (30 hours theory, 84 hours clinical) Prerequisite: Take Nur-123 and Nur-124 or Nur-122
Offered: Fall Semester All Years