NRSG 153 - Gerontology and Community Nursing Clinical

Credit(s): 2

Prerequisite(s): BIOH 104, M 120, PSYX 100, WRIT 101, and acceptance into the Practical Nursing program.
Corequisite(s): NRSG 152.
This clinical integrates theory into the clinical setting. The emphasis is on promoting the highest level of health and wellness for common acute and chronic health issues for the geriatric and other vulnerable populations in local and rural communities. (Spring Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Demonstrate knowledge and skills in providing interventions necessary for health promotion, managing common health conditions, and working effectively with interdisciplinary teams to provide care and services for aged adults throughout their lifespan.
Demonstrate beginning nursing judgement, knowledge, and skills necessary to provide safe care for culturally diverse geriatric patients in a clinical environment.
Demonstrate beginning nursing judgement, knowledge, and skills necessary to provide safe care in a comunnity health and/or rural setting.
Apply concepts learned in NRSG 152 in a clinical setting.