Mar 29, 2024  
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NU 290 - Psychiatric Metal Health Nursing Lecture/Lab

5 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: NU 279, NU 281, NU 282. This theory/clinical course focuses on the treatment of human responses to mental health and psychiatric disorders.  This evidenced-based course assists the student in the acquisition and application of nursing theory and critical thinking skills necessary for safe, patient/family-centered nursing care that is developmentally and culturally appropriate.  The course provides safety and caring concepts for the enhancement of mental health, prevention of mental illness, and care of patients, families, and groups with mental health disorders.  The course guides students in the development of strategies to advocate for individuals, families, and groups from diverse groups.  It also includes the professional standards, as well as the legal and ethical responsibilities of the professional nurse when interacting with patients, families, and groups with mental health psychiatric disorders.



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