NUR-422C |
Health & Illness in the Community |
This course emphasizes the healthcare of culturally diverse individuals, families and aggregates in a variety of community settings. The concepts of community health nursing and the roles of the professional nurse in the community are critically analyzed. The impact of the health care delivery system on the nurse in the community is presented. Principles of public health nursing and epidemiology are integrated. The focus on health promotion, health protection, health maintenance and restoration are emphasized. Critical thinking is utilized in assessing the community. Clinical settings include: home care, hospice, extended care facilities and population focused settings. |