Behavioral Health Nursing Care.

Catalog description

Students acquire conceptual understanding and application of evidence-based practice in care delivery for clients with behavioral (mental illness and substance abuse) dysfunction and their families. Students build upon development of critical judgment and thinking skills in patient-centered care through lecture, case studies, and classroom discussions. Emphasis is placed on fostering skills in therapeutic relationship building and communication, and knowledge of psychopharmacology. Clinical settings are used to apply behavioral health concepts to the diverse care of patients. Prerequisite: Admission to the Nursing program.