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NURS 3004: Variations in Health 3 

Effective date

September 2019 

Department

Practical Nursing 

School

Health Sciences 
 




Description

This course focuses on the continuum of care and the development of knowledge related to health challenges managed in the community setting. Pathophysiology and nursing management of clients requiring home health care, rehabilitation, and supportive services such as community living and disabilities will be explored. Cultural diversity in healing approaches will be explored as well as the incorporation of evidence informed research and practice. 

Credits

1.5 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

NURS 2007 or NURS 2107. 

Corequisites

NURS 3001, NURS 3002, NURS 3003, NURS 3005. 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 45
Total Hours: 45
 

Instructional Strategies

Course guides provide direction of learning in preparation, in course activities and reflection of the content. The instructor acts as facilitator and expert to promote an environment conducive for learning through activities such as guided discussion, debate, audio-visual presentation, group activities, online activities, skill building exercises and simulation. 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

B- 
 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Exam 

65 

Two midterm exams 

Final Exam 

35 

Final exam 

Course topics

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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