Family Psychiatric Nursing II -Across the Lifespan

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This course focuses on the psychiatric nurse practitioner’s role in the delivery of mental health care for mentally ill individuals and families across the lifespan. Students examine the theories relevant to family therapy and individual psychotherapy, as well as psychopharmacological and alternative treatments. CO-REQUISITE: In the corresponding hands-on practicum experience, students focus on the application of family interventions and therapy as well as individual interventions and psychotherapy in acute and chronic care settings. Populations primarily include children and adolescents and may include adults and geriatric individuals with a family focus. Prerequisite(s): NU 801 and NL 801 .