Recent ProfessorsNot yet assignedRecent SemestersNo scheduled sections on recordClass SizeNot publishedCredits5PrerequisiteNURS 1021 - LVN-RN Step-Up Role Transition with a grade of C or beter and Department Approval Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course provides an introduction to Mental Health Nursing with a special emphasis on the older adult. This course builds on previous medical-surgical knowledge and skills in applying the nursing process to promote psychosocial integrity within the context of the health illness continuum across the life span. Throughout the course Gerontological Nursing theory is incorporated. Emphasis includes the professional role of the nurse in providing therapeutic interactions and communications, bio-psychosocial rehabilitation and therapeutic use of self as well as assisting individuals in locating and using appropriate community resources. Skills will be fostered in the area of management, quality assessment and the nurse as a change agent. Varied value systems, self-analysis and health care team collaboration will be explored along with personal professional developmental issues. Clinical experiences will provide opportunities for students to participate in therapeutic activities in a variety of community and mental health settings. 