NURS 440,440L - Nursing and Aggregate-Based Care

Institution:

Holy Family University

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Description:

The components of aggregate and community focused nursing care are examined in this course. Public health and nursing science theories serve as the basis for the development of the role of community/public health nurse. Focus is placed on assisting aggregates toward healthy adaptation in the promotion of health and prevention of disease. The importance of policy, political process, and change are explored within the scope of nursing practice in the community. Concurrent clinical experiences in various community-based agencies provide students with the opportunity to apply theory and to develop a leadership role in community focused care. Two hours classroom, one hour seminar and eight hours clinical per week. Prerequisite: NURS 436 and NURS 438, concurrent with NURS 445/445L.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.holyfamily.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 637-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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