NUR 613 Primary and Secondary Prevention with Older Adults

7 Credits

In this course, the gerontological nurse practitioner student is prepared to provide holistic primary health care for older adults with an emphasis on health promotion, health maintenance, as well as early detection and treatment of common acute and chronic health problems. Students are taught to integrate advanced clinical practice with assessment, nursing process, and decision-making that reflect the unique needs of older adults and their families. The course also provides 135 hours of clinical practice opportunities for the student to manage individualized regimens for culturally diverse clients in a variety of settings.

Prerequisite(s): NUR 607 , NUR 611 , NUR 612 , and NUR 630 .