Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Across the Lifespan Practicum I: Individual and Family…

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In this course, students will apply developed skills and theoretical knowledge to daily practice situations. Students will implement evidence-based knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and management of acute conditions of clients and families in primary care. Students identify and work closely with a preceptor, and acquire experience in problem-based learning, based on patient diagnoses identifying what they already know, what they need to know and how to find new information. The practicum experience prepares students for an advanced practice role through the development of competence in communication, teamwork, critical thinking and clinical skills for the role of the psychiatric nurse practitioner.