NURS 422 - Health Care And Aging

Institution:

University of St Francis

Subject:

Description:

- is designed to address the aging process across the healthcare continuum from wellness to illness. It provides an increased awareness of the special considerations important for maximizing the health of this population. The course provides students with a theoretical foundation concerning concepts and issues relevant to the care of older adults. The nursing process is utilized as a framework to strengthen the student's ability to utilize critical thinking skills, increase therapeutic communication effectiveness, and enhance professional nursing practice in providing care for the gerontological client. Prerequisite: RN status.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.stfrancis.edu

Phone Number:

(815) 740-3360

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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