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2017-2018 University Bulletin 
    
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NURS 433 - Mental Health Nursing

3, 1 hours
Application of psychiatric mental health nursing concepts to holistic care for clients age 18 through older adulthood. Theoretical content includes bio-psychosocial theories, interpersonal relationship theory, psychoanalytic and psychodynamic theories, as well as, cognitive, behavioral, and biological theories. Legal, ethical, and critical thinking concepts specific to psychiatric mental health nursing are covered. Clinical experiences are designed to facilitate the students’ synthesis of classroom material, individualized application of psychiatric concepts, and establishment of therapeutic relationships in a variety of settings. Lecture (3 hrs) and clinical rotation (1 hr) must be completed concurrently.



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