HNUR 2505 - Mental Health Nursing

5 Credits Hour(s)
4 Lecture Clock Hour(s)
3 Clinical / Studio / Internship Clock Hour(s)
Credit Summary: (5-4-0-3)

Prerequisite(s): C or better in HNUR 1411 and HNUR 2210
This is an introduction to basic concepts of psychiatric-mental health nursing. The nursing process applied to caring for patient/client experiencing alterations in emotional, behavioral, mental, and social functioning. Integration of pharmacology, diet therapy, and therapeutic communication are emphasized and principles of pathophysiology, lifespan and socio-cultural influences are addressed. Theories of wellness promotion are discussed. This course includes a 45-hour clinical component for students to integrate into practice principles learned in theory under the supervision of a nursing faculty member to the mental health client.

CIP Code: 513901