NUR 320 Essentials of Chronic, Supportive and Palliative/Hospice Care
This course explores the specialized care of patients across the lifespan with chronic or complex disease states that require extended care and the application of palliative care measures. The emphasis is on professional nursing roles and responsibilities in designing, managing, and evaluating culturally sensitive care to support, maintain, and optimize patient functioning. Students will explore the impact of their values on patient care as they examine the fundamental principles of palliative care, focusing on pain/symptom management, ethical dilemmas, effective communication strategies and interprofessional teamwork.
Credits
3
Offered
fall and spring semesters