RNSG 1935 Syllabus

Subject Code

RNSG

Course Number

1935

Course Title

Mental Health Nursing

Prerequisites

Accelerated Option program admission, BIOL 2113 with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2113L with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2114 with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2114L with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2117 with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2117L with a grade of C or higher, ENGL 1101 with a grade of C or higher, MATH 1101 or MATH 1111 with a grade of C or higher, PSYC 1101 with a grade of C or higher, PSYC 2103 with a grade of C or higher

Corequisites

RNSG 1925

Terms Offered

Offered Summer

Credit Hours

(2-3-3)

Course Description

Using classroom, laboratory/simulation, and clinical experiences, this course focuses on the application of the nursing process to meet the needs of patients/clients experiencing psychiatric disorders or maladaptive behaviors. Emphasis is on integration of therapeutic communication and mental health assessment in the healthcare environment. Pharmacological principles are integrated.

Course Outcomes