Course Descriptions

Nursing

NUR 363
Chronic and Palliative Care
3 credits

This course emphasizes the professional nurse’s role in health restoration and maintenance for individuals and families affected by chronic conditions from diagnosis through end of life. Palliative care issues are examined. The impact of chronic health problems on the individual, family, and community are explored. During this course students will complete a practice-focused learning opportunity, exploring the specialized skills required to improve and integrate chronic care into professional nursing practice.

 

Prerequisite(s): Registered Nurse and BSN Major, NUR 303