Health Promotion 2 (NURS 2003)
This course focuses on health promotion as it relates to the aging process, including exploring health promotion activities aimed at supporting clients in maintaining their health. The concepts of health promotion, physical and mental wellness, normal aging changes, cultural diversity and cultural competency in health and healing, including end-of-life practices are examined.
Course code: NURS 2003
Credits: 1.0
Length: 30.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
NURS 1007.Corequisites
NURS 2001, NURS 2002, NURS 2004, NURS 2005, NURS 2006.
| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60217 | May 9, 2025 to July 25, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building B | Mateo, Lauren |
Additional Information
- Theories of Aging
- Normal process of aging
- Demographics of aging
- Self care and caregiver burnout; Family caregiving
- Risk management/promoting safety with the older adult
- Rehabilitation
- Immunization (in the older adult)
- Living with chronic disease: self management
- Regular health screening
- Community resources
- Nutrition and exercise
- Elder abuse
- Teaching and learning in health promotion: older adult
- End of life planning
- Trauma informed practice with older adults .
- Cultural diversity and cultural competency in health and healing, including end-of-life practices.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.