NURS 325 - Geriatric Nursing

Institution:

Adams State University

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Description:

This course considers the unique set of principles and body of knowledge and skills necessary to the practice of geriatric nursing. Students are provided with the theoretical background necessary to understand health system issues affecting older adults; comprehensive assessment of physical, functional, psychosocial, and cognitive capacities. In addition, principles of continuity of care, rehabilitation, nutritional and pharmacodynamic changes, diversity and ethics will be integrated throughout the course. Students must be enrolled in the ASC RN to BSN completion program to register in this course. 3.000 Credit Hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Nursing College Nursing Program Department

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.adams.edu

Phone Number:

(719) 587-7011

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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