NSG 79 - Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing

    Recent Professors
    Deana E. Ward
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    60 students
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite: NSG 61, NSG 67, NSG 68, NSG 69 Corequisite: NSG 74, NSG 77, NSG 78
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of NSG 79
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is designed to enable the student to acquire knowledge and skills in the systematic observation of patients with psychopathologic syndromes and developmental disabilities. Students will also increase their general knowledge of the dynamics, etiology, and treatment of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on further development of the nurse's therapeutic self, and the utilization of the nursing process. This course is specifically directed toward the identification of nursing care goals, approaches, and interventions which are applicable to any patient experiencing psychological distress. Graded only.
    Usually Held
    Tue 3:00pm–4:50pm