NRSG 640 - Psychiatric-Mental Health Theory Across the Lifespan for Advanced Practice Nursing I

(3 units)

Prerequisites: Admission to PMHNP program; completion of NRSG 510, NRSG 520, NRSG 530, NRSG 530A, NRSG 540, NRSG 550, NRSG 560 and NRSG 596, or consent of instructor.
Corequisite: NRSG 640A.
Introductory study for PMHNP students of genetics, brain physiology and environmental factors leading to individual psychological and personality development; required knowledge base for assessment and recognition of psychological disorders; and, exploration of family dynamics and functional theories across the lifespan.

Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. Not open for credit to students with credit in NRSG 688.