NUR 562/563 Advanced Diagnosis and Psychopathology Across the Lifespan I

Spring Semester

This course focuses on psychopathology of selected mental health disorders across the lifespan. Students will utilize advanced physical assessment skills and the application of psychological, psychobiological and sociocultural theories to plan care for individuals with acute and chronic psychiatric illnesses across the lifespan. There is an emphasis on the application of genetic, ecological, and social determinants of health to plan evidence-based practice in the treatment of psychiatric/mental health patients. Course theory is integrated during a supervised clinical experience. (3 credits theory; 3 credits clinical, 168 hours). Prerequisite: NUR 505, NUR 509/510, NUR 512, NUR 560 6 credit hours