NURS 436,436L - Psychiatric Nursing in the Middle Years

Institution:

Holy Family University

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Description:

The application of diverse theories, psychobiological concepts, and epidemiological principles for students to use as they learn to provide holistic care for mentally healthy and ill individuals, groups, and communities. Various points on the mental health/illness continuum are emphasized. The course incorporates a "therapeutic use of self " as an approach to understanding and caring for others. The professional role development of the student is enhanced by concurrent clinical experiences that provide opportunities to integrate theory, research, and critical thinking skills. Two hours classroom, one hour seminar and six hours clinical per week. Prerequisite: All 300 level nursing courses and successful completion of a 300 level med-math competency examination. Concurrent: NURS 438/438L, NURS 354.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.holyfamily.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 637-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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