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    Mar 28, 2024  
2016-2017 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NURS 7250 - Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing



Prerequisite: Admission to College of Graduate Studies This course provides and orientation to the professional and scientific foundations of advanced practice psychiatric nursing across the lifespan. The evolving role of advanced practice psychiatric nurses is placed in the context of the current health care system. Focus is on explanatory models of mental health and psychiatric mental health nursing across the lifespan. The course will emphasize research evidence from genetics, epidemiology, neurosciences and behavioral sciences underlying mental health promotion and preventive interventions, and evidence-based treatments for psychiatric and substance use conditions. Translation of evidence in advanced practice psychiatric nursing is emphasized.

Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3

Program Restrictions: CERM_PNUR-Cert Psyc and Mental Health NP


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