NRP/555CA
Adult and Geriatric Management I
4 credits
Total credits
8 weeks
Course length
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Course level: Graduate
This is the first of a two-part, combined theory and clinical course focuses on the management of common pathological conditions related to adult and geriatric patients, including implications for the individual and the family. The following body systems are addressed: circulatory, digestive, endocrine, integumentary, immune/lymphatic, musculoskeletal, nervous, renal/urinary, reproductive, and respiratory. Coding and billing are discussed. Theory, research, evidence-based guidelines, and clinical experiences guide prevention, disease management, and evaluation of patient outcomes. Identification and application of pharmacological therapies are incorporated. This course provides the health care professional with the necessary strategies to address ethical issues specific to adult and geriatric patients.