NUR (0302) 681 - PMH NP: Differential Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Clinical

Credits: 1.00

Students are assigned to a clinical agency and are precepted to practice skills of psychiatric interviewing, history taking and determining a differential diagnosis for clients across the lifespan. Treatment Plans are formulated for each client. Faculty provide on campus supervision for a group of student peers.

Prerequisite 1: NUR 680, NUR 652, NUR 615
Free Note: 1 credit = 100 clinical hours

Course Learning Goals: 1.   Complete a thorough and systematic psychiatric history using psychiatric interviewing techniques.
2.   Establish differentiating diagnoses using the DSM, client history and evidence collected
3.   Formulate a final diagnosis (is) for each individual assessed using evidence best and cultural considerations.
4.   Document all data collected using appropriate formats.
5.   Develop treatment plans using an integrated model (including psychopharmacology) for each client including appropriate referrals such as further testing.
6.   Develop self -awareness and improve clinical skills
7.   Utilize supervision to improve clinical skills
8.   Collaborate with interprofessional agency staff for client care.