Course Description

NU 380 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING AC   5.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on providing population-focused care. Community and family assessments identify the need for intervention strategies that support health promotion and disease/injury prevention while promoting optimal functioning of various populations. Nursing services/interventions are delivered based on this assessment with an emphasis on vulnerable populations and cultural variations in the community. Collaboration with community agencies/institutions and healthcare systems provide an opportunity to practice health promotion activities that address current or emergent health needs of specific populations. The development of community partnerships is a focus and encourages student engagement. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students. Prerequisite: Take NU-361, NU-373, NU-371
Offered: Obsolete - Summer Semester All Years