13 wks 3 credits Overview of the theoretical and practice foundations of nursing. Introduction to the process of becoming a professional nurse and to nursing scholarship. 13 wks 3 credits Concepts of health, determinants of health, and influences on health, such as diversity, are discussed. 13 wks 4 credits Knowledge and skills needed to complete a health history and holistic assessment of healthy adults with attention to findings related to aging.
Practical experiences involve assessment and other nursing skills.
Students will practice skills in each other. 13 wks 3 credits Study of the older adult including the aging process, wellness, and chronicity with an introduction to episodic illness. Adaptions and nursing approaches conducive to enhancing, maintaining and restoring health in the older adult are explored. 13 wks 6 credits A holistic approach to nursing older adults in a variety of settings. An introduction to health-care systems and associated nursing roles.