Focuses on psychopathological and pathophysiological conditions throughout the life span. An interprofessional course required of all undergraduate nursing students in the traditional program and open to other interested students. Focuses on the principles of nutrition and the assessment of nutritional needs of clients of various ages and soci ocultural groups. A core course required of all nursing students. Emphasizes the collection and interpretation of basic client data throughout the life span through the use of biopsychosocial assessment skills.
Students practice skills in a laboratory setting and apply the m in concurrent clinical courses.
A core course exploring the nature and challenge of chronic illness. Focuses on concepts underlying the care of chronically ill adults and the use of the nursing process to assist patients and families to manage common chronic illnesses. Clinical placemen t occurs in a variety of settings. A core course utilizing the concept of family-centered nursing care to teach basic nursing strategies that enable children and their families to prevent illness and disability and promote, protect and restore health. Clinical placement occurs in a variety of settings.