NURS 2510 – Health Promotion Across the Lifespan is an undergraduate nursing course at Saint Louis University that focuses on the role of the nurse in promoting health and reducing risk behaviors of individuals and families across the lifespan.
The course covers a wide range of topics, including:
- The principles of health promotion
- The assessment of individual and family health needs
- The development of health promotion interventions
- The promotion of healthy behaviors in different age groups
- The impact of genetics, values, lifestyle, and cultural influences on health
- The role of the nurse in patient education and counseling
The course is designed for:
- Nursing students who are interested in pursuing a career in health promotion
- Nursing students who want to learn more about the role of the nurse in promoting health and reducing risk behaviors
- Nursing students who want to develop the skills they need to provide effective patient education and counseling
Prerequisites:
- Anatomy and Physiology (ANAT 1000) with a grade of C- or higher
- Nursing Fundamentals (NURS 1430) with a grade of C or higher
- Pharmacology for Nurses (PPY 2540) with a grade of C- or higher
- Concurrent enrollment allowed
