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2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

NURS 435 - Gerontological Nursing

Examines current evidence-based practice related to the aging population and health-care. Theoretical basis for safe, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care that is developmentally and culturally appropriate for the older adult. Integration of legal and ethical responsibilities of nurse as provider of care, designer/manager/coordinator of care, and member of a profession.

Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: NURS 431 or R.N. status.

Credits: 2