NUR 5921 PMHNP: Theoretical Foundations
This course focuses on mental health across the life span and on therapeutic use of self. Theories of personality development and neurobiological integration will be emphasized. Critical thinking will be applied to interviewing skills and mental status assessment. Students explore concepts of diagnostic reasoning, differential diagnosis, and the role of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Human responses to actual or potenital health problems will incorporate the Molloy University Humanbistic Nursing Framework to address the acute and chronic health needs of individuals. Seminar and 150 clinical hours/semester.
Distribution
Nursing