Psychiatry

Structure Type: Course
Code: KG29AO07003
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 5.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Palo, Raija
Teacher Team: Saari, Anna
Language of Instruction: English

Learning Outcomes

CLINICAL COMPETENCE

Students will learn common mental disorders and their treatments. Under supervision, they will identify forms of mental illness.

COMPETENCE IN HEALTH PROMOTION

Students know the main factors that influence adult clients' mental health.

Student's Workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Students must pass the module Basics of Nursing Skills and Knowledge before taking this course.

Contents

Common mental disorders and illnesses and their treatments.

Recommended or Required Reading

Lepola, U. & al. 2002. Psykiatria. Helsinki. WSOY. (assigned parts)

Duodecim. Current Care Guidelines

Current study material.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures integrated with the study course Mental Health Nursing and Crisis Work, independent studies

Assessment Criteria

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Assessment Methods

Active participation, examination.

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