Academic Calendar 2019/2020 - Concepts in Mental Health Nursing

NSGD 2007  Concepts in Mental Health Nursing

Prerequisites:

ACAD 1601, BIOL 1011, NSGD 2147, NSGD 2116, NSGD 2117

Corequisites:

NSGD 2017

Antirequisites:

NURS 2007

Restrictions:

This course is restricted to students enrolled in the RPN to BScN Blended Learning Program.

Hours:

Twelve weeks of online instruction for one term.

Credits:

3

Description:

This course provides an overview of the theory and practice of effective communication, with emphasis on cultural and therapeutic relationships. Students will cultivate skills in the use of empathy, assertiveness, and conflict resolution. Students will review assessment of individuals with mental health concerns and strategies for intervening to assist these persons to meet their goals.