Chronic Care Concepts Across the Lifespan.

Catalog description

Semester course; 4 lecture hours. 4 credits (4 credits lecture). Prerequisites: NURS 523 , NURS 524 , NURS 624 , NURS 625 , and NURS 633 ; or NURS 350 , NURS 380 , and NURS 450 , NURS 523 and NURS 524 ; or permission of the course faculty. This course focuses on chronic disease management including self-management, care coordination and support during transitions in care for patients and caregivers across the lifespan. Content will emphasize effective communication and collaboration skills and strategies to promote patient empowerment.