Common & Acute Health Problems of Older Adolescents, Adults, and Older Adults

5 Units

This course will introduce the common and acute health problems occurring across the adult life span. A problem-oriented approach will be used with emphasis on the biological, psychological, social, and cultural aspects of care. Advanced assessment, and diagnostic reasoning strategies specific to the common and acute problems of older adolescents, adults and older adults will be included. Principles of pathophysiology and pharmacology will be incorporated. Advanced practice nursing strategies to enhance, maintain, and restore health will be emphasized. Prereq: NURS 453 , NURS 459 and NUNP 410 . Prereq or Coreq: NURS 430 .