RNSG 2213 - Mental Health Nursing

2 credit hours. 2 lecture hours. 0 lab hours.

Prerequisites: Admission to the ADN Program.
Corequisites: RNSG 1461 or RNSG 1163
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Principles and concepts of mental health, psychopathology, and treatment modalities related to the nursing care of clients and their families.
Measurable Learning Outcomes:
Explain the roles of the professional nurse in caring for patients and families experiencing mental health problems; use therapeutic communication; utilize critical thinking skills and a systematic problem-solving process for providing care to patients and families experiencing mental health problems.