Comprehensive Assessment of the Older Adult

Catalog description

In-depth assessment of biological, physical, clinical, functional, cognitive, psychological, and social changes associated with aging. NURS 522 Comprehensive Assessment of the Older Adult (3) This course provides an in-depth interdisciplinary assessment of the biological, physical, clinical, functional, cognitive, psychological, and social changes associated with aging. Students will be provided with foundational information about the process of aging along with a global perspective on aging. The primary focus of the course is an assessment of the unique issues encountered by the older adult. Legal, financial, and other economic concerns will also be explored.