NRS 314 - Nursing Care of Older Adults

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Nursing (BL Teach Out)

Description:

Provides a comprehensive overview of the unique health care needs of the older adult. The target audience for this course is junior-level baccalaureate nursing students also enrolled in the Adult Health One (NURSING 311) course. The focus is on development of competency in providing evidence-based health care to older adults and their families across the continuum of health care settings. Attention is given to the complexity of acute and chronic conditions and geriatric syndromes, recognition of risk factors, valid assessment processes, and the development of individualized care. The importance of interdisciplinary collaboration is addressed. Factors influencing the aging process such as age related physical changes, gender, race, culture, spirituality, roles, relationships, lifestyle, and societal beliefs are discussed. Controversial issues and myths related to aging, elder care, and de

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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