ADNR - 2126 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the first two (2) semesters of the traditional AD-N program or admission into the Advanced Placement (AP) program
Co-requisite(s): ADNR-2112, ADNR-2112L, ADNR-2122, ADNR-2122L, ADNR-2126L, ADNR-2141, and ADNR-2141L
In this theory/lab/clinical course, the student is introduced to the concepts of psychiatric/mental health. The course emphasizes neurobiological theory, assessment, therapeutic communication, patient and family teaching, community resources, and pharmacology. The course includes concepts of care for the adolescent, adult, and older adult with psychiatric/mental health disorders. Continuing themes of growth and development across the life span, socio-cultural dimensions, patient advocacy, and ethical standards are also explored. Traditional psychotherapeutic and integrative health therapies are addressed. Clinical and simulated activities provide students with experience in patient care.

Credits: 3
Lecture Classroom Hours: 37.5
Practicum/Clinical/Recitation Hours: 22.5