NS-130 Psychosocial Nursing
This course introduces students to the basic mental health concepts necessary to interact in a therapeutic manner with patients experiencing alterations in mental health. Emphasis is placed on the core competencies of the Institute of Medicine (IOM) and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) and the application of the nursing process as the basis to provide safe, quality patient-centered care. Essential concepts include ethical/legal considerations, prioritization, communication, and quality improvement. Health promotion and counseling are provided to assist with behavioral management and identification of positive coping mechanisms. Data collection and nursing interventions integrate the cultural and spiritual needs of the patient to provide holistic nursing care.
Credits
2