Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NUR 428/429 Nursing Concepts and Practice: Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing



This course provides theoretical and clinical learning experiences in the provision of evidence-based healthcare to individuals and families experiencing mental health issues.  The application of the nursing process to diverse populations occurs within inpatient and outpatient agencies providing acute and chronic care.  Students focus on the acquisition of therapeutic communication skills, mental health assessment methods, and various therapeutic interventions.  As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the students work to enhance the care of patients across the lifespan.  Nursing Majors Only.  4 credits: 2 theory, 2 clinical Prerequisite: NUR 314 NUR 358/359 NUR 360/361 , Senior standing in the Nursing Major.  Corequisite: NUR 430/431  

4 credit hours