NURS 337 - Nursing/Health Elective:Addictions and Compulsions

Institution:

Saint Francis University

Subject:

Nursing

Description:

The goal of this course is to provide a basic survey of theory, concepts, and practices relevant to addictive behavior, compulsive acts, dependency needs, and the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs. A caring nursing perspective is utilized. The historical aspects and current epidemiological patterns of substance abuse and other addictive behaviors are presented. The individual, familial and societal effects of addictive and dependent behavior are emphasized. Prerequisites: None. Open to all majors. As needed.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.francis.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 472-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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