Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2020-2021 / Undergraduate Academic Catalog
Weekend : NUR-422 NUR-431 - Must be completed prior to taking this course . NUR-419 - Must be taken at the same time as this course . ABSN : NUR-319 , NUR-413 - Must be completed prior to taking this course . NUR-419 - Must be taken at the same time as this course .
NUR-413 The Older Adult ( 2 or 3 ) This course explores aging and the impact of aging on individuals , families and caregivers . Current theories of aging , the aging process , and the effects of political , social and economic issues on the lifestyles of the aging population will be examined . The influence of heredity , environment , lifestyle and access to adequate healthcare in relation to the care of older adults will be discussed . Requisites : Main : NUR-307 - Must be completed prior to taking this course . Weekend : NUR-319 - Must be completed prior to taking this course . ABSN : NUR-307 NUR-319 - Must be completed prior to taking this course .
NUR-414 Complementary & Integrative Health ( 3 ) This course will provide a comprehensive and clinical relevant coverage of complementary and alternative medicine . It will cover the history , philosophy , and mechanisms of alternative therapies and includes a thorough review of the clinically controlled trials , indications , and contraindications of each therapy . Requisites : Main : NUR-208 - Must be completed prior to taking this course .
NUR-415 Selected Hlth Problems of Women & Child ( 3 ) Selected health problems and related issues pertaining to women and children will be critically analyzed in relation to the impact on the individual , his / her family and the community . Cultural , spiritual , ethical and moral aspects will be discussed as they influence nursing care . The role of the nurse and community resources available to this population is explored . ( can be taken as the nursing elective ). Main : NUR-317 - Must be completed prior to taking this course ABSN : NUR 317 - Must be completed prior to taking this course .
NUR-417 Genomics in Nursing ( 3 ) This course introduces the concepts and principles of genetics , genomics , and epidgenomic and their relevance to health and nursing care . Genetic influences from conception and throughout the lifespan are considered from a nursing perspective . Ethical , legal , and socioeconomic issues associated with genetics are examined . Requisites : Main : NUR-209 - Must be completed prior to taking this course . Weekend : NUR-316 or NUR-317 - Must be completed prior to taking this course . NUR-319 or NUR-307 - Must be taken at the same time as this course . ABSN : NUR-317 - Must be completed prior to taking this course .
NUR-419 Synthesis of Learning for Nursing Pract ( 6 ) This course focuses on preparing the graduating nursing student for transition to professional nursing practice . Preparation is achieved through synthesis of acquired knowledge with emphasis on reflective practice and application of learning . An understanding of professional nursing standards , ethical
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