NSG 503L - Advanced Health Assessment of the Elderly: Practicum and Skills

The focus of this clinical course is to expand the Gerontological Nurse Practitioner student’s skills in the specialized area of health assessment and physical examination of the elderly individual. Other skills associated with advanced nursing practice will also be addressed. Physical, psychological, developmental, social, cultural and spiritual assessment relevant to the elderly will be considered, with emphasis placed on functional implications. Relating assessment findings to underlying pathology or physiological changes commonly seen in the elderly will be included.

Credits: 2