Nursing Practice in Mental Health and Substance Use

8 credits · Undergraduate

This course focuses on nursing practice related to mental health and substance use and the integration and application of relevant theoretical and clinical knowledge. Emphasis is placed on nursing care that incorporates holistic patient assessment, cultural safety and humility, trauma-informed practice, advanced therapeutic communication, and therapeutic use of psychotropic drugs, particularly within the contexts of rural and northern communities. Utilizing both seminars and clinical practice, students apply theoretical understandings and evidence to practice, considering various clinical settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 330-4, or all of: NRSG 410-7, NRSG 411- 7, NRSG 412-7, and NRSG 415-7, or permission of the Chair Preclusion(s): NRSG 423-8, NURS 444-(3, 5, 8)