Academic Catalog

NU 421 Gerontological Nursing

Provides an introduction to the care of older adults while focusing on their unique physiological and psychosocial needs. Emphasis is placed on promoting healthy aging, safety, applicable services and programs, and retaining functional ability within a home, community or residential environment. Theories of aging and adjustments to older life are discussed. Common health alterations of the older adult are introduced.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Admission to the nursing program and successful completion of all prerequisite courses or APC approval

Offered

Fall