NURS 230 - Nurs Theapeutics II

4 Credit Hours
This course introduces theoretical frameworks for the holistic assessment of clients experiencing developmental transitions. Major components for holistic assessment including physical, psychological, and spiritual development across the lifespan are discussed with an emphasis on the adult. Life style patterns and habits that maintain healthy living are explored. Components of the therapeutic relationship as they relate to the holistic assessment process are introduced. Therapeutic and inter-professional communication is analyzed. Emphasis on the client and family as an active partner in the healing process and attentiveness to one’s spirit is examined as critical components of the healing interaction. The role of transpersonal human caring and healing is emphasized with therapeutic relationships.

Prerequisites: Undergraduate level NURS224 Minimum grade of C and Undergraduate level NURS225 Minimum grade of C and Undergraduate level CHEM150 Minimum grade of C and Undergraduate level CHEM151 Minimum grade of C

Co-requisites: BIOL200,BIOL201,NURS231,NURS364

Levels: Graduate Undergraduate

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