NU 816 - Psychiatric NP Internship/Practicum

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Husson University

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Description: Class - 1.5 Credits, Clinical - 9 Hours/Week (Total 126 Hours) This is an intensive clinical internship that prepares students to practice in the role of a psychiatric nurse practitioner. Building on biopsychosocial theories, the student will deliver comprehensive holistic primary mental health care to clients. Students will conduct comprehensive assessment, including diagnosis of and referral for physical health problems. Additionally, clinical experiences will include ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic studies. Comprehensive medication management of psychiatric clients will include an in-depth knowledge of psychotropic medications, acceptable prescribing practices and monitoring for side effects and efficacy. Students will present case studies with decision-making trees during seminars to explore relevant clinical and non-clinical issues. Prerequisites: NU702 AND NU704 AND NU706 Credit Hours: 3 CR.HR.

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1.50

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.husson.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 941-7000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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