NUR 357 Nursing Issues with Aging
A study of evidence-based holistic nursing care of aging persons toward positive outcomes for the family unit. Emphasis is placed on the role of the professional nurse in enhancing healthy aging and the complexities related to the diversity of personal, family, and societal systemic changes associated with this life transition as well as biopsychosocial and spiritual assessment of the aging population. Sensitivity to and respect for clients and families are promoted through the study of theories of aging, communication, critical thinking and research related to the aging experience.