University of Portland Bulletin 2024-2025

NRS 656 Management of Common Mental Health Conditions in Primary Care

This course covers the assessment and appropriate diagnosis of mental health conditions encountered in primary care. Emphasis is on differentiating between appropriate referral to a mental health specialist versus management by the nurse practitioner. Safety, ethical, legal and policy issues are examined. Students incorporate motivational interviewing, preventive care, differential diagnosis, evidence-based care, and integrative modalities. 

Prerequisite

NRS 655

Corequisite

NRS 626 or NRS 636 & NRS 677 or 687