Mental Health And Psychiatric Nursing I
- Health Sciences
- 300 level
- 3 credit units
- 217 pages
- 56 units
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of mental health and psychiatric nursing. It explores the dimensions of health, mental health, and psychiatry, emphasizing the importance of mental well-being. Students will learn about mental hygiene, adjustment mechanisms, and factors affecting mental health. The course also covers mental illnesses, their signs and symptoms, classification, and effective management strategies, including stress management and coping mechanisms. Additionally, it examines personality disorders and current trends in mental health care.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 156 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Computer Marked Assignments
- Laboratory Practical Sessions
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of NSC314, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- MODULE 1Page 3
- MODULE 1Page 5
- MODULE 1Page 15
- MODULE 1: Negative AttitudesPage 17
- UNIT 2 MENTAL HEALTH, HYGIENE AND ADJUSTMENT MECHANISMPage 19
- MODULE 1Page 23
- MODULE 1Page 25
- MODULE 1Page 27
- MODULE 1Page 29
- UNIT 3 CHARACTERISTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHPage 37
- MODULE 1Page 39
- MODULE 1Page 45
- UNIT 4 CURRENT ISSUES AND TRENDS OF CARE IN MENTAL HEALTHPage 47
- UNIT 1 STRESS AND STRESS MANAGEMENTPage 106
- MODULE 3Page 107
- MODULE 3: The two faces of stressPage 109
- MODULE 3Page 111
- MODULE 3Page 113
- MODULE 3Page 117
- MODULE 3: Predisposing factorsPage 119
- MODULE 3Page 121
- MODULE 3Page 123
- MODULE 3Page 127
- MODULE 3Page 129
- UNIT 2 COPING STRATEGIES AND DEFENSE MECHANISMSPage 131
- UNIT 1 PERSONALITYPage 143
- MODULE 4Page 145
- MODULE 4Page 151
- MODULE 4: ConflictPage 153
- MODULE 4: Oedipus ComplexPage 155
- MODULE 4: Criticisms of Behavioral ApproachesPage 159
- MODULE 4: Environmental InfluencesPage 163
- UNIT 2: PERSONALITY DISORDERSPage 165
- MODULE 4Page 167
- MODULE 4Page 169
- MODULE 4Page 171
- MODULE 4Page 175
- MODULE 4Page 177
- MODULE 4Page 179
- MODULE 4Page 181
- UNIT 3 ANTISOCIAL PERSONALITY DISORDERPage 185
- MODULE 4Page 187
- MODULE 4Page 189
- MODULE 4Page 191
- MODULE 4: Food for ThoughtPage 193
- UNIT 4 BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDERPage 195
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
NSC314 · MODULE 1
In this module you will learn the basic concepts in mental health and psychiatry, and you will be able to identify those factors that promote mental health.
What you should be able to do
- Apply concepts in mental health and psychiatric nursing.
- Describe current issues and trends of care in mental health and psychiatric nursing.
- Discuss different coping mechanisms the clients use in the management of stress and anxiety.
- Discuss the signs and symptoms of psychiatric disorders.
- Discuss personality and common personality disorders.
What it prepares you for
- Psychiatric Nurse
- Mental Health Counselor
- Community Health Nurse
- Mental Health Technician
- Addiction Counselor
- Hospitals
- Mental Health Clinics
- Rehabilitation Centers
- Community Health Organizations
- Correctional Facilities
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Mental Illness
Unit 3: Classification of mental disorders
Requires understanding of complex diagnostic criteria and differentiation between various mental disorders.
- Module 4: Personality and Personality Disorders
Unit 2 Personality disorders
Requires understanding of various personality types and their effect on human behavior.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 43 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction to Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
Unit 1: Concepts in Mental Health and Psychiatry · 2 hours
Read the introduction to mental health and psychiatry.. Understand the concept of health and its dimensions.. Define mental health and its importance..
Unit 2: Mental Health, Hygiene and Adjustment Mechanism · 2 hours
Explore the meaning of mental health and hygiene.. Identify factors affecting mental health.. Understand the concept of maladjustment..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction to Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
Unit 3: Characteristics of Mental Health · 2 hours
List the characteristics of positive mental health.. Discuss the factors in the maintenance of emotional health.. Examine yourself to see how many attributes you possess..
Unit 4: Current Issues and Trends of Care in Mental Health · 2 hours
Identify changes that affect the functions of mental health and psychiatric nurses.. List the mental health and psychiatric nursing skills.. Explain the standards of mental health nursing..
- Week 3Module 2: Mental Illness
Unit 1: Mental Illness · 3 hours
Differentiate between mental health and mental illness.. Discuss the classification systems for mental illness.. Describe the general aetiology and manifestations of mental illness..
- Week 4Module 2: Mental Illness
Unit 2: General signs and symptoms of mental disorders · 3 hours
List the general signs and symptoms of mental illness.. Explain at least four general signs and symptoms of mental illness.. List the various examinations that can be made on a mentally ill patient..
- Week 5Module 2: Mental Illness
Unit 3: Classification of mental disorders · 3 hours
Explain the systems of classification of mental disorders.. Name each of the five axes in the DSM.. Compare key similarities and differences of the DSM and ICD..
- Week 6Module 3: Stress Management and Coping Mechanism
Unit 1: Stress and stress management · 3 hours
Define stress and its impact on mental health.. State the causes of stress.. Discuss the responses to stress..
- Week 7Module 3: Stress Management and Coping Mechanism
Unit 2: Coping strategies and defence mechanisms · 3 hours
Distinguish between coping strategies and defense mechanisms.. Identify the major types of coping strategies and describe how each operates.. List the different types of defense mechanisms..
- Week 8Module 4: Personality and Personality Disorders
Unit 1 Personality · 3 hours
Describe personality and its role in mental health.. List the principles of personality development.. Discuss various theories of personality development..
- Week 9Module 4: Personality and Personality Disorders
Unit 2 Personality disorders · 3 hours
Identify personality trait disturbances.. Explain the personality pattern disturbances.. Discuss the management of personality disturbances..
- Week 10Module 4: Personality and Personality Disorders
Unit 3 Borderline personality disorder · 3 hours
Describe borderline personality disorder.. State the manifestations of borderline personality disorder.. Enumerate other illnesses co-occurring with borderline personality disorder..
- Week 11Module 4: Personality and Personality Disorders
Unit 4 Antisocial Personality disorder · 3 hours
Describe an individual with antisocial personality disorder.. Explain the aetiological theories of antisocial personality disorders.. Carry out an assessment of a client with antisocial personality disorder..
- Week 12Final Revision
Final Revision · 4 hours
Review all modules. Prepare for assignments. Participate in group discussions.
- Week 13Final Revision
Final Revision · 4 hours
Complete all assignments. Prepare for final examinations. Review difficult topics.
Preparing for the exam
- Review key concepts and definitions from each unit.
- Create flashcards for important terms and disorders.
- Practice case studies to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.
- Focus on understanding the diagnostic criteria for various mental illnesses.
- Develop effective stress management techniques to maintain focus during the exam.
Questions students ask about this course
What is NSC314 about?
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of mental health and psychiatric nursing. It explores the dimensions of health, mental health, and psychiatry, emphasizing the importance of mental well-being. Students will learn about mental hygiene, adjustment mechanisms, and factors affecting mental health. The course also covers mental illnesses, their signs and symptoms, classification, and effective management strategies, including stress management and coping mechanisms. Additionally, it examines personality disorders and current trends in mental health care.
How many units does NSC314 have?
NSC314, Mental Health And Psychiatric Nursing I, has 56 units across 4 modules, over 217 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is NSC314?
NSC314 carries 3 credit units, at 300 level in Health Sciences.
Is NSC314 hard?
NSC314 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does NSC314 take to study?
About 156 hours of study, spread across its 56 units.
How is NSC314 assessed?
NSC314 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments, Computer Marked Assignments, Laboratory Practical Sessions and Final Examination.
What can I do with NSC314?
Psychiatric Nurse, Mental Health Counselor, Community Health Nurse, Mental Health Technician and Addiction Counselor.