NURS 361 - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing for Accelerated BSN Students Laboratory

Units: 2

Application of the nursing process with an emphasis on therapeutic interventions for individuals exhibiting acute and/or chronic self-care deficits related to psychiatric disorders. Focuses on health promotion of mental health in diverse populations across the continuum of mental health and illness. Course content is similar to NURS 260 due to requirements of the Board of Registered Nursing, but concepts are treated at a higher theoretical level. Building on prior educational experiences and the ability to analyze and synthesize, students are expected to be self-directed learners. Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of the Director of the School of Nursing Enrollment Requirements: Enrollment Requirement: NURS 300 , NURS 301 , NURS 314 , and NURS 315 . Simultaneous enrollment in NURS 316A , NURS 222 , NURS 223 , and NURS 360 .