This course introduces the registered nurse to concepts of community health utilizing the population-focused nursing process. Includes levels of disease prevention, principles of epidemiology, community assessment, environmental health, disaster preparedness, and professional nursing roles and inter-professional collaboration in various community settings. Emphasis is on health promotion, risk reduction, and disease management across the lifespan in selected community settings. Practice experience is required and can be completed in the community.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 4.0
Lecture hours: 2.0