NUR 3070 - Care of Clients with Mental Health Problems

5 cr

This course provides a concentrated experience in the specialty area of mental health nursing by addressing the nursing care of pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients with a variety of psychiatric disorders and mental health needs including those related to crisis, addiction, and suicide. Emphasis is placed on using effective therapeutic communication techniques, completing a psychiatric nursing assessment, and maintaining patient safety as a member of a multidisciplinary team caring for individuals with mental health needs. Simulated and Virtual Hospital experiences enhance practice experiences in the community and acute care settings.
BS.NUR majors only.
Prerequisite: NUR 3060 and NUR 3040 with grades of B- or better.
Co-requisite: Recommend concurrent enollment in NUR 3065 and NUR 3075 .
Spring