NURS612 Health Policy and Advocacy
This course provides an understanding of the application of social justice principles inhealth care delivery systems. The focus is on analysis of health care policy, financing,socio-political trends, ethical, and professional issues. The impact of policy making andthe political process on the practice of nursing and on health care delivery system isexplored. Students discover opportunities that affect positive social change within thehealthcare delivery environment in the roles of change agent and nurse. Courseoutcomes employ advocacy strategies to influence health and health care.
Prerequisite
NURS610