May 04, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog Volume XXX Ver 2 
    
2020-2021 Catalog Volume XXX Ver 2 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NSG 3233 Mental Health Nursing


Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 2 Total Credits: 6
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing focuses on the role of the nurse in caring for patients with alterations in mental health. The course focuses on the nursing process framework with emphasis on assessment, therapeutic communication, neurobiological and psychosocial theories, pharmacology and current practices related to the care of the mentally ill. Interventions focus on aspects of care, which includes client care, communication, client and family teaching, and community resources, as well as practical application in various clinical settings.

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of first quarter nursing courses.
Co-requisite(s): NSG 3213 , NSG 3253