Description
This course focuses on the collaborative management of the geriatric patient experiencing an alteration in health. Concepts and theories related to differential diagnosis, treatment modalities, referral and patient education are emphasized utilizing a general systems approach grounded in advanced pathology. Application of diagnostic reasoning focuses on health promotion, health restoration and rehabilitation geriatric populations. Prerequisites: NUR 576. 587A and/or 587B. Corequisite: NUR 559. 30 lecture hours per semester.