Psychopharmacology (NURS90012)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject will provide students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge of medications used in psychiatry and to examine the role of the psychiatric nurse in psychopharmacological treatments. The subject allows students to develop clinical skills in relevant assessments and interventions for clients receiving psychiatric medication.

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of this subject the student should be able to:



  • examine the clinical implications for and side effects of psychotropic medication;
  • examine the skills required to assess a person's reaction to the administration of psychotropic drugs;
  • evaluate the role of the psychiatric nurse in psychopharmacological treatments; and
  • develop comprehensive knowledge of psychotropic medications and apply this knowledge by planning appropriate health teaching strategies.

Generic skills

In addition to the focus on specific psychopharmacology in mental health, this subject will assist you to develop your

  • problem-solving skills by involvement in classroom discussions and activities
  • analytic skills by your critical appraisal of the literature and development of arguments within the set assignment
  • ability to work as a team member by your involvement in discussions and activities with your fellow students
  • writing skills by completion of the assessment tasks
  • time management skills by planning your work and submitting information by the required deadlines

Last updated: 3 November 2022