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Dec 26, 2024
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2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog
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NUR 2550 - Care Considerations for the Older Adult with Chronic ConditionsCredits: 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): NUR 2000 Corequisite(s): CHM 2037 or HSC 3320
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