NURS 8820 – Primary Care for Elders at Clemson University is an advanced graduate-level course that focuses on providing comprehensive knowledge and skills for healthcare professionals in the field of geriatric nursing. This course is tailored to address the unique healthcare needs of elderly populations, emphasizing primary care approaches.
Course Topics:
• Geriatric Healthcare Overview: Understanding the aging process, common health issues in older adults, and the impact of aging on healthcare delivery.
• Primary Care Strategies: Exploring evidence-based approaches to primary care for older adults, including preventive care, health promotion, and disease management.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Emphasizing the importance of collaborative care involving healthcare professionals from various disciplines to address the complex needs of elderly individuals.
• Assessment and Diagnosis: Developing advanced skills in assessing and diagnosing health conditions in the elderly, considering the unique physiological and psychological aspects of aging.
• Care Planning and Management: Designing and implementing effective care plans that consider the holistic needs of older adults, integrating pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
• Cultural Competence in Geriatric Care: Understanding and addressing cultural factors that may influence healthcare delivery and outcomes in elderly populations.
• Ethical Considerations: Examining ethical issues specific to geriatric nursing, including end-of-life care, autonomy, and decision-making capacity.
• Technological Innovations in Geriatric Care: Exploring the use of technology in enhancing healthcare delivery, monitoring, and support for older adults.
Students in NURS 8820 will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in providing primary care for the elderly, contributing to the improvement of healthcare outcomes in this rapidly growing demographic. The course is designed for healthcare professionals seeking specialization in geriatric nursing and those interested in advancing their expertise in primary care for older adults.
