NR 242 - Mental Health Nursing

Institution:

North Central Missouri College

Subject:

Description:

A basic course in the fundamental concepts of human behavior as related to mental illness, and the specific body of knowledge pertinent to the nursing role in the treatment of the psychologically ill individuals in a multicultural population. Clinical experience is obtained through multidisciplinary hospital and community based experiences which provide life long learning experiences for the mental healthcare needs of individuals. The focus of the clinical is upon the development of therapeutic communication skills, recognition of DSM mental disorders, proper psycho pharmacological and therapy interventions, utilization of the nursing process, and personal and professional development. (Clinical fee) (Sp)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.ncmissouri.edu

Phone Number:

(660) 359-3948 ext 1418

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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