ANPR 427: Accel Mental Health Clinical

Course Description

This course will focus on the application of the nursing process to promote optimal health in clients and/or aggregates with acute or persistent impairments in mental health functioning.  The attainment of therapeutic relationships to address mental health needs is stressed.  The unique contributions of the nurse as a collaborating member of the interdisciplinary mental health treatment team are emphasized.  Critical thinking is encouraged as the student considers the emotional and sociocultural contexts of care, including legal and ethical issues.  Prerequisites: Acceptance into Accelerated Program and successful completion of the previous program courses or instructor consent.