The course provides a basic understanding of psychiatric and mental health nursing principles. Students are introduced to current research, theory, and biological foundations of mental disorders. The course examines factors predisposing individuals, families and groups to mental health problems, evidence-based treatment modalities, and legal implications of caring for mentally ill patients. Clinical placements include a variety of clinic and hospital settings and offer students the opportunity to engage with patients and their families and to interact with interdisciplinary teams in providing care (3 credit theory, 2 credits clinical).
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NURS351 | WOMEN'S AND MATERNAL HEALTH
NURS352 | PEDIATRIC NURSING
NURS430 | HEALTH POLICY AND ORGANIZATIONAL SYSTEMS
