Course Details

NRS 504 Overview

The focus of this course is to examine and analyze current issues in health care. Access, quality and economic issues are evaluated in relationship to health care and health care delivery systems. Major stakeholders, including consumers, providers, payers, the government and regulators are considered. Federal, state and local policies and political structures are studied in relationship to nursing and health care. Ethical issues are explored within the context of current health care policy and decision making. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of the College Dean/designee.