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Mount Saint Mary College Course Info

Newburgh, New York

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NUR 5216

Advanced MH Nursing II

This course builds on theoretical knowledge and clinical practice guidelines for advanced psychiatric mental health assessment with a focus on co-morbid physical and psychiatric conditions commonly seen in psychiatric/mental health settings, with an emphasis on expanding proficiency in conducting histories and physical examinations. Communication techniques unique to the specialty population are emphasized. Systematic and organized health assessments related to identification of co-morbidity and interrelationship of physical and psychiatric conditions and treatments are explored. Experienced psychiatric mental health practitioners, psychiatrists and other related providers serve as role models in clinical practice. The course emphasizes the integration of psychiatric-mental health assessment strategies that are sensitive to the psychosocial needs of mental health clients.

Units: 3.0

Prerequisites:
NUR 6150 - Advanced MH Nursing I Practicum
and
NUR 5215 - Advanced MH Nursing I