NURS 9203 - Nursing Care of Older Adults

Institution:

NorthWest Arkansas Community College

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Description:

The content of this course focuses on the unique characteristics of older clients and their biopsychosocial needs and developmental tasks. The student is provided with knowledge to aid understanding of the aging population. The normal aging process and health promotion in the older adult, as well as the theories of aging and other geriatric care issues are addressed. The nursing process is utilized to meet the older adult's needs. The clinical component exposes the student to observational experiences within the community specifically focused on the older client. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Nursing. Co requisites: Nursing Care of Adults I,Microbiology, English Composition I.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nwacc.edu

Phone Number:

(479) 636-9222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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