NUR 403 - Care of Individuals Experiencing Acute Health Challenges

Institution:

Farmingdale State College

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Description:

Advances in science and technology have dramatically increased life expectancy. Although a great emphasis has been placed on health promotion and maintenance, individuals are still faced with the possibility of sudden and acute health challenges. These challenges may at times even become life threatening. This course will focus on the experiences of those individuals faced with acute health challenges and how these challenges affect them and their families', daily lives. The course will examine essential concepts and issues related to acute health challenges from different viewpoints; including that of the client, the family, community groups, the health care provider and the health care system. Common reoccurring acute health challenges will be presented within the context of quality of life, fear, powerlessness, uncertainty, hope, care-giving, and spirituality. Opportunities in clinical practice will be provided in a variety of environments including acute care, critical care, and community based agencies. Prerequisite(s): NUR 304 (3,0,9) 6 credits Fall

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.FARMINGDALE.EDU

Phone Number:

(516) 420-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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