This course is designed to introduce students to the prevalent health conditions which affect elderly clients. It builds on previously acquired knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition, First Aid and Fundamentals of Nursing. Students will be taught the definition, predisposing factors, causes, signs and symptoms, complications and basic nursing care which is required for specific health problems within their scope of practice.
- Teacher: Andrea Brathwaite
- Teacher: Uldean Grannum
- Teacher: Liane Griffith