NURS 426: Mental Health
Course Description
Theoretical explanations of mental health and mental illness, manifestations and classifications of mental illness, major treatment modalities, and psychosocial interventions are discussed within the context of the broad sociocultural environment. Emphasis will be on nursing concepts within a framework of quality, safety, patient-centered, collaborative, evidence-based, and cost-effective care. Focus will also be on the leadership role of the nurse within an interdisciplinary team. Prerequisites: NURSING 412, 416, 418 and 424.