Nurses Caring for Psychiatric Mental Health of Individuals: Theory & Behavioral Health…

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This course explores the intersection of psychological, behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and social development with the lived experiences of individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan. Students apply skills in screening, interviewing and therapeutic communication to deliver culturally responsive nursing care of patients with diverse conditions along the mental health continuum. The course addresses nursing phenomena and the development of healing relationships with or within individuals, families, and groups. Clinical and Simulation experiences provide students with opportunities to acquire and apply knowledge necessary for conducting a comprehensive health history and to explore therapeutic use of self, clinical reasoning, best clinical practices, and knowledge integration.