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Gerontological and Geriatric Nursing 4,5 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
- threats, violence and abuse in close relationships
- 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: HGGN11
The course is conducted at: School of Health and Welfare

Previous and ongoing course occasions

Type of course
Program
Study type
Campus
Semester
Autumn 2021: Sep 20 - Nov 28
Rate of Study
50%
Language
English
Location
Jönköping
Time
Day
Course coordinator
Fanny Kårelind
Examiner
Maria Brovall
Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students
9000kr
Syllabus
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Application code
HJ-H1187
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