Promoting Health in Communities

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In this course students learn current theory and research about contemporary practices in community/public health nursing. In population-focused nursing, the group, aggregate, community, or population is the unit of care. Epidemiologic studies have shown that lifestyle, environmental and genetic factors are major determinants of population health. Students will work collaboratively with community agencies to address population-focused health issues. Prerequisite: NR 316. Grade of C+ or higher. Restriction: Nursing majors or Director Permission.