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2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog, Volume 78 
    
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NURS - 320. Caring and Advocating for the Older Adult


3 credit(s)
This course provides an introduction to the specialty knowledge of gerontologic nursing. Concepts include physical and mental aging, increased complexity of care, utilization of healthcare resources and interactions between acute and chronic co-morbidities. Models of care to manage life transitions, physical changes, end of life care (palliative and hospice) and spirituality will be discussed. A focus on the role of the caring nurse in utilizing resources and programs to promote functional, physical and mental wellness in older adults is emphasized. A community service requirement with a geriatric community is the culminating component of this course pulling together concepts of both caring and advocating for this population.

Note: Offered by Baldwin Nursing Program. Specialized professional courses, restricted to students who have been admitted into Nursing Program.

Prerequisite(s): NURS 310 .
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