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NUR 181 Mental Health Concepts

This mental health nursing course is designed to further develop the nurse's role as an entry-level healthcare provider. Concepts integral to the individual, nursing, and healthcare domains build on prior knowledge and are demonstrated through increasingly complex exemplars. New concepts relative to mental health are introduced. Emphasis is placed on concepts such as sexuality, grief and loss, cognition, behavior, development, self, violence, safety, health promotion and disease prevention, leadership, and ethical and legal standards. Classroom learning experiences are student-centered, incorporate active learning strategies, and enhance the student's ability to apply theory to practice. Clinical experiences emphasize the safe performance of nursing practice within a variety of healthcare settings. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts taught in this course.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: BIO 121 and NUR 170

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Course Number and Title:

NUR 181 Mental Health Concepts

Campus Location

  • Dover
  • Georgetown
  • Stanton

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: BIO 121 and NUR 170

Course Credits and Hours

4 credit(s)

2 lecture hours/week

7 lab hours/week

Course Description

This mental health nursing course is designed to further develop the nurse's role as an entry-level healthcare provider. Concepts integral to the individual, nursing, and healthcare domains build on prior knowledge and are demonstrated through increasingly complex exemplars. New concepts relative to mental health are introduced. Emphasis is placed on concepts such as sexuality, grief and loss, cognition, behavior, development, self, violence, safety, health promotion and disease prevention, leadership, and ethical and legal standards. Classroom learning experiences are student-centered, incorporate active learning strategies, and enhance the student's ability to apply theory to practice. Clinical experiences emphasize the safe performance of nursing practice within a variety of healthcare settings. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts taught in this course.

Additional Materials

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Required Text(s)

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Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Use theoretical knowledge to address the needs of patients with alterations in mental health. (CCC 1, 2 5; PGC 1)
  2. Employ clinical reasoning skills through the use of the nursing process when providing care for patients with mental health disorders. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC 1)
  3. Distinguish safe nursing care using evidenced-based practice. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC 1)
  4. Interpret individual life experiences that impact the care of patients with mental health needs. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4; PGC 2)
  5. Examine the impact of therapeutic, respectful, and nonjudgmental communication techniques among members of the healthcare team in the promotion of healthy outcomes. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4; PGC 3)
  6. Apply effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques to promote optimal outcomes in the care of patients with mental health disorders. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC 3)
  7. Apply time management and organizational strategies to provide safe and appropriate care for patients with mental health disorders. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC 4)
  8. Display characteristics of civic professionalism when caring for patients with mental health disorders.  (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; PGC 5)
  9. Employ ethical and legal standards into nursing practice. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; PGC 5)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Use theoretical knowledge to address the needs of patients with alterations in mental health.
    1. Distinguish nursing care based on theoretical knowledge to respond to the diverse needs of the patient.
    2. Use theoretical knowledge related to psychiatric disorders to develop an individualized plan of care.
    3. Prepare a plan of care that incorporates a patient's behavioral and safety needs.
    4. Discuss pharmacological interventions used in the treatment of patients with mental health disorders.
  2. Employ clinical reasoning skills through the use of the nursing process when providing care for patients with mental health disorders.
    1. Identify nursing actions that address the priority issues of the patient with a mental health disorder.
    2. Adopt a spirit of inquiry that contributes to the development of clinical reasoning skills.
    3. Interpret patient assessments to guide safe, individualized care.
  3. Distinguish safe nursing care using evidenced-based practice.
    1. Follow ethical and legal standards in the practice of mental health nursing.
    2. Select appropriate information technology to support safe nursing care.
    3. Identify factors that impact the safety of patients in the mental health setting.
    4. Discuss evidenced-based practice when providing nursing care.
    5. Demonstrate proficiency in performing clinical math calculations.
  4. Interpret individual life experiences that impact the care of patients with mental health needs.
    1. Choose interventions that maintain patient dignity and demonstrate respect.
    2. Develop a plan of care which reflects ethnic and cultural diversity of patients and families.
    3. Identify caring behaviors that support ethnic and cultural diversity.
  5. Examine the impact of therapeutic, respectful, and nonjudgmental communication techniques among members of the healthcare team in the promotion of healthy outcomes.
    1. Apply the impact of therapeutic communication with the healthcare team on optimal patient outcomes.
    2. Exhibit effective communication among healthcare team members in various mental healthcare settings.
    3. Use nonjudgmental, therapeutic communication techniques when providing effective teaching to a patient with a mental health disorder.
  6. Apply effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques to promote optimal outcomes in the care of patients with mental health disorders.
    1.  Explain the impact of effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques on optimal patient outcomes.
    2. Relate therapeutic communication techniques used in all interactions in the care of a patient with a mental health disorder.
    3. Use communication techniques that display cultural sensitivity.
  7. Apply time management and organizational strategies to provide safe and appropriate care for patients with mental health disorders.
    1. Demonstrate organization that provides safe and effective care.
    2. Recognize collaboration among healthcare providers which ensures optimal health outcomes for patients with mental health disorders.
    3. Identify appropriate delegation principles when in a mental health setting.
  8. Display characteristics of civic professionalism when caring for patients with mental health disorders.  
    1. Distinguish actions that reflect professional standards of nursing practice.
    2. Identify the standards of nursing practice when planning care.
  9. Employ ethical and legal standards into nursing practice.
    1. Demonstrate legal and ethical accountability in nursing practice.
    2. Exhibit integrity through adherence to established policies, protocols, and procedures.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure

Percentage of final grade

3 Exams (Summative) (equally weighted)

45%

           Alternative assignments â€" Quizzes (3) or ATI Assessments with            remediation & Project (Formative) (Equally weighted) 

10%

Final Exam (Summative)

45%

             Lab/Clinical (Formative/Summative)

Pass/Fail

TOTAL

100%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

  1. Integrate sound nursing judgment, incorporating theoretical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills, and informatics to provide clinically competent nursing care for individuals, families, and communities.
  2. Integrate the diversity of the individual, family, and community to maintain caring relationships.
  3. Employ appropriate communication techniques while functioning as a member of the healthcare team.
  4. Manage care for a group of patients using organization, collaboration, and delegation.
  5. Integrate civic professionalism, ethical, and legal standards into nursing practice.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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