Health Disparities: Care Of Vulnerable Populations

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Prepares the advanced practice nurse to address and find solutions for vulnerable populations and individuals in the health-care system. Students investigate and analyze current issues and health-care policies, focusing on health disparities that impact vulnerable people. The advanced practice nurse examines the legal and ethical aspects of managing the health care of disparate individuals, families, and groups. Permission of department required. Typically offered Fall Spring Summer. Course Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student is able to: 1. Analyze existing health disparities at a local, regional, national, and global level. 2. Formulate possible solutions to impact current health care policy to improve the health of disparate/disadvantaged/disenfranchised populations. 3. Evaluate organizational responses to ethical situations within the context of its structure and culture. 4. Develop comprehensive plans of care that address the health promotion and disease prevention needs of vulnerable populations. 5. Incorporate theories and research in developing teaching strategies to promote health related quality of life. View Class Schedule