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3.00 Credits
Healthcare of groups and communities; this includes community and public health theories, epidemiology, health promotion, illness prevention, research, ethics, vulnerable populations, and common deviations from health. Course Type(s): WT
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3.00 Credits
A comprehensive study of current environmental, occupational health issues and associated health risks. Focus on the practical applications of assessing environmental quality and occupational safety. Major topics include: population growth, water quality, use of pesticides, air pollution, food quality, and occupational health. Legal and regulatory issues also considered. Course Type(s): None
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3.00 Credits
Focus on African, Asian, Caribbean, Latino and Middle- Eastern beliefs, values and health practices, physical and psychological threats to health, and ethical issues. Differences of cultural beliefs related to health, illness, and the impact on the delivery of healthcare will be examined. Also listed as Nursing 360. Course Type(s): CC
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3.00 Credits
Provides an understanding of the cross-cultural variations in the status of aging and health in older adults. Examples of various cultures include examining older adults from non- English speaking countries such as Korea, Iran, Mexico, China, and Brazil. Examines factors that affect the economic, social, and health care decisions made by the older adults from these diverse populations as well as other nations. Topics to be covered include examinations of health implications on aging populations in non-English speaking countries. Compare countries, such as Japan, India, and Nigeria, to explore how their specific culture influences caregiving, social support networks, and community. Specific cultural views of love, intimacy, and sexuality in older adults will be examined. Also listed as Nursing 365. Course Type(s): CC
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3.00 Credits
Cultural origins of alternative/complementary therapies will be discussed. Perspectives of health and healing of different cultures will be examined with an emphasis on Eastern thought. Appropriate therapies for health promotion and specific illness contexts, potential risks vs. benefits, and ethical issues addressing treatment choices will be discussed. There will be an emphasis on choosing alternative/ complementary therapies that are supported by research as safe and effective. Knowledge of reliable sources of information on the Internet will improve decision making regarding therapies. Also listed as Nursing 370. Course Type(s): CC
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the concept of health as a cross- cultural issue. Students will examine their own health beliefs and practices and expand their understanding of health and health issues of the developing world. Contemporary health issues will be analyzed. Health-care delivery systems in selected countries in Asia and Africa will be examined and compared to the American health care system. Students are expected to problem solve and postulate solutions to contemporary and emerging health issues. Also listed as Nursing 375. Course Type(s): CC
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the physiology of nutrition, basic concepts of normal nutrition and nutrition in chronic disease (such as diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular disease and obesity) will be explored. A study of the basic nutrients and the gastrointestinal system in its role of digestion, absorption, and metabolism. Food needs of an individual throughout life (birth to old age) will be considered along with necessary dietary modifications caused by decreased activity. Food fads and fallacies will be discussed, as will factors to consider in choosing a healthy diet. Current concerns, such as how safe are the additives in our foods; the role of sugar, salt, and highly processed foods; and alternative therapies, such as herbal remedies and phytochemicals and their potential roles in modern nutrition will be studied. Weight management will be addressed as it relates to medical-nutrition therapy. Also listed as Nursing 380. Course Type(s): None
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3.00 Credits
Examination of the main components of the American Health Care System and its effects upon the persons served. Organizational structure, financing mechanisms, governmental policy, and delivery of care. Course Type(s): None
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
An intensive study of a particular subject or problem in health education to be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: As announced in the course schedule. Course Type(s): None
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3.00 Credits
Examination of the principles and practices of health education for adults in the community, including program development and implementation, educational strategies, behavioral objectives, learner characteristics, and institutional assessment. Essential factors for teaching, learning, and motivating clients to make behavioral changes to promote health. Course Type(s): None
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