2019-2020 Catalog

NUR 116 Basic Concepts of Geriatric Nursing

Applies and expands the knowledge and skills learned in the previous and concurrent courses to provide for the acquisition of basic nursing theory, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to older adults. The course incorporates the legal and ethical responsibilities of the Practical Nurse in the care of older adults.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

ENG 121, BIO 106, or (BIO 201 and BIO 202) and acceptance into the Practical Nursing Program

Notes

Students must enroll in NUR 101NUR 102NUR 103NUR 105NUR 110NUR 116 and NUR 170 at the same time.