Psych MHNP Integrative Biopsychosocial Assessment & Differential Diagnosis Across the Lifespan

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This is a comprehensive professional practice course in which students learn the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) role focused on the biopsychosocial assessment integrating aspects of biological, familial, community, and social health. Identification and management of psychiatric diagnoses of diverse populations across the lifespan. The student will integrate newly acquired and previously mastered knowledge while developing differential diagnoses. Content focuses on epidemiological, cultural, ethical, and economic factors related to the psychiatric population in the context of diagnoses, treatment options, and quality improvement processes.