NURS 404 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing

Focus on mental health concepts and selected theoretical frameworks related to adaptive and maladaptive coping behaviors. Emphasis on use of communication in therapeutic relationships with clients of varying age groups in psychiatric settings. Reflective practice achieved in acute care and community-based clinical experiences. Full Time - Pre-Requisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. NURS 299, NURS 314,Core Cultural Diversity Course, NURS 330, NURS 337, NURS 301, NURS 321, NURS 315, NURS 344, NURS 308, NURS 341, NURS 351, NURS 421, NURS 384, NURS 328;Co-Requisite(s): NURS 444, NURS 451, NURS 428. Part Time - Pre-Requisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. NURS 299, NURS 314, Core Cultural Diversity, NURS 330, NURS 337, NURS 301, NURS 321, NURS 315, NURS 344, NURS 308, NURS 341, NURS 351, NURS 421, NURS 384, NURS 328; Co-Requisite(s): NURS 451. Course Fee: $50.

Lecture/Lab/Clinical Hours: 2+0+6

Credits

4.00