NURS 3355 - Adult and Gerontologic Health

5 credits

Study of health and health care needs of adult through gerontologic populations. Emphasizes population-focused assessment and interventions as the context for nursing care management of persons experiencing health problems across the health continuum. Integrates an understanding of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical therapeutic interventions with nursing care needed by adults and aging clients as they cope with health issues. Includes family, social, and environmental systems affecting client/patient needs.

Prerequisite: NURS 3346 Health Assessment, Pathology, and Nursing Interventions and NURS 3946 Therapeutic Nursing Interventions I.