Nursing Care of America's Veterans: An Introduction Into the Care of Military Veterans

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This course offers information on caring for the unique population of United States military veterans. NURS 441 Nursing Care of America's Veterans: An Introduction Into the Care of Military Veterans (3) This course provides in-depth information on the American Veteran population from a nursing perspective. Nursing education focusing on the needs of this specific culture will result in improved patient care and outcomes for veterans. Health care needs are reviewed from the physical, emotional, social, and cultural aspects of care. The history of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)/Veterans Administration (VA) system will be discussed as well as the benefits available for eligible veterans. Through addressing current events surrounding the VA quality care issues and access to care, nursing students will gain insight into the health care and health maintenance challenges experienced by many veterans in the United States.