Complex and Chronic Problems I

This course is designed to facilitate the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner's role as primary mental health care provider for patients, families and groups with chronic, complex psychiatric illness and substance use problems including those with Severe Mental Illness (SMI). Emphasis will be on integrating evidence-based approaches, and therapeutic management across the lifespan. This course builds on the fundamental knowledge and concepts obtained in NUR 632, with focus upon complexity and its management. Examination of the social, physical, economic, familial, spiritual and societal impacts of SMI will incorporate local and worldviews as well as advocacy opportunities for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.