The Roy Adaptation Model and various family theories serve as a foundation for exploring strategies to facilitate family adaptation. NSG 305, NSG 315. Students will investigate the origins of the profession, the evolution of nursing practice, and the development of nursing education. Exploring historical perspectives will enable students to project future trends in the practice of nursing. In this course, students differentiate primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of health care and, at each level, develop nursing interventions for managing the health care of groups in the community.
Students identify methods of delivering culturally competent care to community groups.
Students develop beginning level skills in epidemiological investigation, community assessment and community health education. By examining the health risks of a selected population group, students develop knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention concepts. NSG 305, NSG 315. This clinical course is designed to apply principles of community health nursing, case management, leadership and change in a community setting. Expanding upon current knowledge and experience base, students will participate in a variety of clinical activities in the community.