ZÜBEYDE HANIM FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / NURSING / HEM2008 - GERIATRY

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

           
Course Code Semester   Course Type   Course Level   Course Language
     
  
Course Title Theoretical Practical ECTS
Turkish Name of the Course
Course Coordinator E Mail
Assistant Staff of the Course E Mail
Course Objective
Brief Content of the Course
Prerequisites

Course Objectives
 
Course Objectives 
1Ability to analyze changes in population structure globally and in Turkey and discuss the social impacts of the aging process.
2Ability to explain the importance of active aging and evaluate approaches to improving the quality of life of older adults.
3Ability to discuss primary healthcare services specific to the elderly and their components.
4Ability to understand common physical health problems in the elderly and implement nursing care specific to these health problems.
5Ability to understand the importance of rational medication use in the elderly and to implement safe medication management strategies.
6Ability to evaluate ethical considerations regarding the care of older adults at home and in institutions and to explain the duties and responsibilities of nurses.
 
Course Category
Course Category Percentage
Basic Vocational Courses
Expertise /Field Courses
Transferable Skills Courses