NUR 298Geri/Pall Clin:Comm

Catalog

This course provides an opportunity for the student to consolidate theory and skills developed in previous levels and to implement new theory and skills learned in the geriatric and palliative care nursing needs course in settings not limited to acute care. The student functions in collaboration with members of the healthcare team within the context of community-based settings. The student functions interdependently to maintain standards, develop relationships, and assume accountability. The student applies the nursing process to perform assessments, select nursing diagnoses, and develop a plan for care. Students will spend a total of 28 hours over the semester in clinical practice activities; in addition, students will be expected to spend substantial time preparing for and following up after each clinical day. Prerequisite(s): Matriculation in Nursing, permission of department.