May 14, 2024  
2023-2024 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
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NSG 239 - Gerontological Nursing

Credits: 2

This course will focus on the nursing management of older adults. Contemporary theories of gerontology, theories of aging, physiological / psychological functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and dysfunction will be emphasized. The geriatric patient will be examined at various levels - healthy older adult, older adult at risk, the older adult experiencing acute and chronic illness.

Pre-Requisites: NSG 242 , NSG 340 , NSG 321 
Co-requisites: NSG 325 , NSG 345 
Repeatable: May not be repeated for credit


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