NSG 326 - Psychiatric Mental Hlth Nsg

Institution:

Sage College of Albany

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Description:

This course is designed to refine students' communication skills and therapeutic use of self for application with clients who are experiencing behavioral difficulties in living. Theory and practice in psychiatric-mental health nursing is directed toward the development of skill and comfort in intervening with these clients. Theory consists of content related to emotional/mental disorders with the expectation that the student applies this knowledge in the practicum. The course examines clients across the life span, with emphasis on the adult, and from various socio/cultural backgrounds. Primary focus is on the nurse/client individual relationship. Students collaborate with other health care providers, and accountability and clinical judgment are emphasized. Prerequisites: Sophomore nursing sequence, NSG 212, PSY 202. Offered fall and spring. (Theory 25 hrs., Clinical 80 hrs.). Minimum major GPA 2.5. # Take NSG-212; # Take PSY-202;

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sage.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 292-1717

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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