Diagnoses & Therapeutic Management in Advanced Practice Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing I

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This course focuses on psychotherapeutic screening, assessment and diagnosis of psychiatric disorders and behavioral/mental health problems, with a focus on: early diagnosis leading to appropriate treatment, at risk populations, consideration of diverse populations, and use of psychopharmacotherapeutics across the lifespan. Current research and epidemiological trends in psychiatric mental health care are utilized for the screening, assessment, and diagnosis of psychopathology across the lifespan. Clinical settings allow students to apply assessment and intervention strategies to assist patients with the maintenance and restoration of their highest level of mental health.