NUR-422 |
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 . |