Gerontological and Geriatric Nursing 9 Credits
Course Contents
- Biological, psychological and social ageing- Common physical and mental health conditions (cognitive impairment included therein)
- Gerontological and geriatric nursing
- Comorbidity
- Medical treatment
- Documentation
- quality register
- assessment instruments
- Acts and other legislation
Prerequisites
General entry requirements and successful completion of semester 1 courses (or equivalent knowledge). Semester 1 comprises: Nursing Science – Profession, Subject and Science, 15 credits; Human Physiology and Anatomy for Nurses, 7.5 credits; Applied physiology and anatomy in nursing, 3 credits; and, Psychology, Nursing 4.5 credits. Additionally, completion of semester 2 and 3 courses (or equivalent knowledge) is also required. Semester 2 comprises: Medical Medical Microbiology, Hospital Infection Control and Immunology for Nurses, 7.5 credits; Person-centered Care, Caring Approach and Communication, 7.5 credits; and, Practical Fundamentals In Nursing and Safety, 15 credits. Semester 3 comprises: Nursing in Health Problems, 15 credits; and, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nurses, 15 credits.Level of Education: Undergraduate
Course code/Ladok code: HGGN10
The course is conducted at: School of Health and Welfare
Previous and ongoing course occasions
Type of course
Program
Study type
Campus
Semester
Spring
2021:
Feb 15
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May 23
Rate of Study
50%
Language
English
Location
Jönköping
Time
Day
Examiner
Maria Brovall
Course coordinator
Fanny Kårelind
Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students
18000kr
Application code
HJ-H1009