Diagnostic Reasoning I: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: Adult/Gero

1 Credit.

This is the first of four specialty courses that introduces didactic foundational skills combined with evidence-based practice emphasizing the integration of theory, and comprehensive assessment. This course provides comprehensive instruction in the diagnosis and management of a patient with psychiatric comorbidities in the role of a psychiatric nurse practitioner. The course stresses the role of a PMHNP and the complex knowledge and skill that is required in order to address the specific needs of adults and older adults.