NUR 340 Community Hlth Nursing

This course focuses on care of the community as client. Emphasis is on the role of the nurse in addressing the preventative health needs of populations at risk and other community groups at risk and other community groups in various community practice settings. Current public health problems, trends in health care delivery and community resources are examined. Students analyze the sociocultural, political, economic, ethical and environmental factors that influence community and global health. Students will implement a clinical project to meet the needs of an identified population.