NUR 6352 - Advanced Psychopathological Disorders and Assessment Strategies: Clinical

2 Credit Hours

This course is designed to integrate knowledge of psychopathologic principles with advanced psychologic health assessment strategies for the advanced practice nurse in patients, across the lifespan, with mental health disorders. Advanced assessment techniques include observation, interviewing, as well as the appropriate use of screening tools, assessment guides and diagnostic data are discussed. Students are introduced to current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) criteria. Clinical experiences provide students with opportunities to integrate content in the care of patients across the lifespan.

Prerequisite: NUR 6104
Corequisite: NUR 6212

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