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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NUR 2550 - Care Considerations for the Older Adult with Chronic Conditions

Credits: 6
Including both a didactic and hands-on component, Care Considerations for the Older Adult with Chronic Conditions will focus on understanding the aging process and age-related changes, common chronic adult health disorders, and evidence-based nursing care of those living in long-term/rehabilitation care settings. Standardized assessment tools for assessing the unique care needs of the older adult patient are introduced. Simulation/lab experiences will build on those skills mastered during the previous semesters and include medication administration, skin /wound care, use of standardized assessment scales, and patient communication/education. Student demonstration of competence in various skills will take place.
Prerequisite(s): NUR1000 and NUR1500 and NUR 2000   and CHM 2037   or HSC 3320