Description
This course will examine patterns of health beliefs and values from a nursing theoretical perspective. Health beliefs determined by religion, culture, society, and history will be reviewed. The course will examine how views of health influences health care, the health care delivery system, and specific elements of health throughout the life span. An important component of the course will be examination of the professional nurse�s role and implications for nursing services. Application of nursing research in health beliefs and values will also be included. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; Fall/Spring; RN-BSN)