NURS 315 - Rural/Community Health

2 Credit(s)

This course examines the role of the nurse in promoting the health of aggregates, families, and individuals. The concept of community as client is emphasized. The core public health functions of assessment, policy development, and assurance are explored through student involvement in the legislative process, family assessment, community assessment, case management, health teaching, and the investigation of communicable diseases. The provision of nursing care in a rural setting will also be examined.