This course focuses on pathophysiology as it relates to the aging process and selected chronic illnesses. The main focus of this course is on the care of the older adult experiencing a health challenge. Cultural diversity in healing practices will be explored as well as evidence informed research and practice.
Prerequisites
NURS 1007.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Physiological changes in elderly contributing to disease and illness
- Recognition and presentation of common disease and illness in the older adult
- Nursing management of disease and illness for the older adult according to body systems: Integumentary, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Musculoskeletal, Endocrine, Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary, Neurological, Sensory, Haematology
- Nursing management, including assessment (holistic assessment, data collection including lab values and diagnostics); pharmacology; identification of real/potential problems; nursing diagnoses; planning of specific nursing interventions; implementing culturally competent care; evaluation of care; collaborating with other members of the health care team; health promotion; client teaching.
- Therapeutic interventions and treatments
- Traditional healing practices (eg. acupuncture, smudging, sweat lodge, reiki)
- Introduction to diagnostics
- Cultural diversity in health and healing, including end of life
- Evidence informed research and practice
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40208 |
January 11, 2027 to March 22, 2027 |
Lecture Lab |
VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60049 |
May 5, 2027 to July 21, 2027 |
Lab Lecture |
VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.