NURS 354 - Gerontological Nursing Care

Institution:

University of the District of Columbia

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Description:

This course focuses on current health care issues affecting the older adult. It is designed to examine essential foundations for practice of Gerontological nursing care and to build on the knowledge, skills, meanings, and values associated with practice with an elderly population. The course emphasizes applying the nursing process to older adults experiencing wellness and self-care alterations. Selective pharmacological, legal, and ethical concerns are discussed. Junior level (Level 1) standing in the RN-to-BSN program is required. This course is taught in the first year of the Junior year (Level 1).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udc.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 274-5012

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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