A study of the fundamental basis of behavior reactions and treatment of patients with the various mental diseases, the social and community problems involved and the nurses responsibility to assist in their solutions. Supervised experience in nursing care of psychiatric patients is given concurrently with the classroom instruction. This course is not offered every semester. The influence of mental health, cultural diversity, and levels of wellness on health care are discussed. Nursing roles are introduced.
Clinical experience managing the care of one or two patients is provided.
Common responses to stressors are introduced. Concurrent clinical experience managing the care of one or two patients is provided. Nursing interventions to prevent or alleviate skin, mobility, nutrition and elimination problems are taught. Nursing 709A with a grade of C or better. Introduces concepts of mental health, promotion of wellness, cultural influences, and the nursing roles.