NURS 460 - Rural/Community Health

Institution:

Adams State University

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Description:

This course examines the role of nurses in promoting the health of aggregates, families, and individuals. The concept of community as client is emphasized. The core public health functions of assessment, policy development, and assurance are explored through student involvement in the legislative process, community assessment, case management, health teaching, and the investigation of communicable diseases. Students address the concerns and health needs of the community. In addition, a focus on rural health needs and problems will be presented. In a collaborative effort between teh community and ASC, the students will apply knowledge gained through nursing academic coursework to implement a plan for those health concerns. Emhasis will be placed on developing interpersonal skills and achieving social changes that influence health and quality of life. Course includes an extensive clinical practicum within a public health setting as well as a service learning project supervised by ASC nursing faculty. Students must be enrolled in the ASC RN to BSN completion program to register for this course. 4.000 Credit Hours 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Nursing College Nursing Program Department

Credits:

4.00

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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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