NUR-7631 Advanced Assessment, Differential Diagnosis, and Management of Psychiatric Disorders: Child and Adolescent Populations
This course introduces and conceptualizes the foundational core of advanced psychiatric nursing practice. The application of prescriptive authority, symptom assessment, and diagnostic treatment implementation will be applied in practice with a focus on the child and adolescent population. Students will apply theory and practice concepts presented in the practice setting. Emphasis will be placed on advanced practice competencies in mental health promotion, psycho-pathologic disease prevention, and common mental health concerns today for the child and adolescent population. Opportunities for clinical experiences in psychotherapeutic settings will be included to practice student application of various modalities and interventions. Specific opportunities will be identified, as they present, aimed at guiding students in practice immersion with population-based disparities and in assuring diverse and equitable mental health care delivery. This course provides 250 hours of precepted clinical practice.
Pre-requisite Courses: NUR-5300; NUR-5160; NUR-6400; NUR-6500; NUR-7600; & NUR-7620