NU 451 - Introduction to Epidemiology

Institution:

Carlow University

Subject:

Nursing

Description:

This course provides an introduction to the basic principles, terms and concepts of epidemiology. Concepts of risk, risk assessment models, disease distribution in populations and causality are explored. Measures of disease states and risks (e.g., mortality, morbidity, attributes risk, and relative risk ration) are presented. Applications of epidemiological data are explored in relation to health promotion and disease prevention. The students will gain an understanding of the interaction of personal, biological, behavioral, genetic, and environmental factors in the development of disease. Concepts include both description and application of epidemiology

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.carlow.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 578-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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