NURS 112 - Mental Health in the Multicultural Community Theory

4 Total Credits
Focus is on the nursing care of clients experiencing alterations in mental health in the community setting. Students utilize the nursing process in the care of patients experiencing
psychosocial problems. Emphasis is placed on developing therapeutic communication skills, selfawareness, and effective nurse-patient relationships. Psychopharmacology across the lifespan and concepts of medication management are integrated into each concept.

Course Outcomes

Recognize the principles of therapeutic communication and nursing process in context of mental health in a multicultural community.
Explain the nurse’s responsibility in promotion of mental wellbeing when providing nursing care in multiple settings.
Identify long-term impacts of mental illness on the individual, family, and community.
Recognize psychopharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to common and pathologic changes in mental health.
Describe techniques for verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention to promote safety.