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2012-2013 University Catalog

NURS 784 - Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Practicum II

Credits: 5 (NR)
Builds on Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Practicum I, improving diagnostic and clinical reasoning ability and competence in assessment, diagnosis, and management of psychiatric disorders. Enables the student to assume increased responsibility in the delivery of comprehensive mental health care. Participates in professional and community organizations to promote the health of patients while enhancing the role of practitioner.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Doctor of Nursing Practice program or with permission of instructor; NURS 782.

Corequisite(s): NURS 785.

Notes: Five clinical hours per week are required for each credit.

Required course in Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP) concentration. Admission to the Doctor of Nursing Practice program or with permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 0
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 5
When Offered: Spring