This course builds upon the RN's knowledge of the pathophysiology of disease, pharmacologic intervention, and health assessment of an individual by examining issues that affect families and communities on a local and global scale. Emphasis is on the role of the Bachelor's-prepared RN in assessing families, communities, and populations, identifying barriers to treatment, and developing interdisciplinary solutions. Major topics include family, community, and population assessment, determinants of health, health disparities, vulnerable populations, genetics, genomics, and pharmacogenetics.
Restricted Elective
Prerequisite
Students must be accepted into CBC's RN to BSN program prior to enrollment.