NUR 698: Psychiatric/Mental Health Practicum III

3 credits

Students will demonstrate competence in management of care for psychiatric and mentally ill patients through use of psychiatric/mental health theories. Management of care options are explored to include pharmacotherapeutics, therapeutic communication, and therapy for individuals and families. Community education, advocacy, and health policy issues related to mental health are examined. Psychotherapy, psychoeducation, complementary/alternative medicine treatment options are appraised to ensure culturally sensitive and age appropriate care is provided. Clinical