NUR 564: Mental Health Nursing I
Prerequisite: NUR 550,552,553; Corequisite: NUR 565 OR CAGS students; Corequisite: NUR 565
Introduction of the roles & functions of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse. A bio-psychosocial framework built on students' prior knowledge of health assessment, ethics and biological & social sciences guides students in identifying risk factors inherent in the development of psychiatric disorders & mental health problems. Students examine evidence-based research & clinical deadlines for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of prevalent psychiatric disorders in children, adolescents & adults, with consideration to developmental, cultural & ethical factors. Students are introduced to biological & psychosocial treatment modalities that promote & maximize mental health for individuals & families.