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2008-2009 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NUR 450 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

Builds on previously learned knowledge to promote a greater understanding of the nurse’s role in the care of clients who have mental health needs. Content includes an overview of mental illnesses and major treatment modalities, with an emphasis on the use of the nursing process in patient care. A major focus is the therapeutic use of relationship and communication skills in all health care settings.

Prerequisites & Notes
Senior standing in the School of Nursing.  Corequisite: NUR 451.

Credits: 3