psychiatric (Mental health) nursing
The department bases its approach to treating psychiatric patients on the ideas of mental hygiene and accept the regular reflection on mental care changes because it is important for a comprehensive nursing approach. According to the department, understanding the biological foundation of mental disease is crucial for understanding it. In order to energies them during the delivery of nursing care, the department will accord with the definition of mental health for disease set forth by the World Health Organization.
Objectives:
- To explain the basic principles and concepts of psychiatric nursing
- To explain mental health services to the hospital / community
- To keep abreast with latest advancement in the field of psychiatric nursing through participation in workshop and conferences.
- To conduct research studies in the field of psychiatric nursing to increase the knowledge.
- To apply the legal and ethical principles in psychiatric nursing.