NURS 6360 - Assessment of Common Geriatric Syndromes

3 credit hours
Formerly - NURS 5055

Explores the phenomenon of geriatric syndromes, which encompass complex multi-morbidities that do not fit into discrete disease categories seen in younger persons. Students will learn to select and employ assessment instruments to quantify and evaluate common geriatric syndromes. Students will incorporate research in order to indentify evidence-based approaches for treatment of syndromes in elderly patients. Emphasis is placed on comprehensive assessment and research based advanced nursign interventions to promote, maintain, and restore health of the elderly. Registration restrictions may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor.

Registration Restriction(s): Graduate Nursing Program
Prerequisite Course(s): NURS 6351, 6460