NRSG222 — Behavioral Health in Nursing 2: Psychiatric Disorders
NRSG 222 - Behavioral Health in Nursing 2: Psychiatric Disorders NRSG 222 - Behavioral Health in Nursing 2: Psychiatric Disorders 3 Credits This course examines many determinants of health across the lifespan including social, psychological, environmental, emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors. Students will focus on the management of psychological and social challenges that effect the ability of the patient to function within the community. Expanding upon principles of communication and assessment, the course will also include concepts such as anxiety, addiction, mood & effect, sensory perception, violence, and problematic behaviors. 5 Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program NRSG Fees Quarters Typically all Day, Evening Winter Day, Evening Spring Day, Evening Designed to Serve Fifth quarter AAS-Registered Nurse program students. Active Date 20250520T14:15:10 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 28 Lecture 33 Total Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Concepts: Anxiety, Mood & Affect, Sensory Perception, Violence, Behaviors, and Communication Exemplars: Theories & Therapies, Legal/Ethical Guidelines for Nursing Care of Mentally Ill, PsychosisMood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Somatic & Dissociative Disorders, Anxiety Disorder, Eating Disorders, Suicide, Self Harm, Substance Abuse, and ETOH Withdrawal Student Learning
Prerequisites: NRSG122