ID 211 - Social Issues in Health Care

Institution:

Regis College

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Description:

This course is designed to raise the student's awareness concerning the impact that changes in social, political, economic, legal, technological, historical, and ethical issues are having upon the nursing profession. The course is primarily theoretical in its focus and taught in a seminar format. The role of the associate degree nurse as manager and leader of care within the health care system is studied in depth. A variety of classroom activities promotes active learning and enhance problem solving, decision-making, and critical thinking skills. An overview of the legal process that affects the practice of nursing, along with consideration of the consequences of the nurse's actions, is studied and discussed. This course requires both a research project and term paper offering each student an opportunity to study a topic in depth. This course is also designed to facilitate the individual's role transition from student to registered nurse. It focuses on career selection and mobility, as well as on the nurse's responsibility for continued professional growth. Required for Lawrence Memorial/Regis College Nursing Program associate degree students.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.regiscollege.edu

Phone Number:

(781) 768-7000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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