NUR 505 - Introduction to Demography & Epidemiology: A Nursing Perspective

(3 credits)

Prerequisite: NUR 503 or permission of the School of Nursing. Focuses on the assessment of population groups with emphasis on epidemiology and demography. Analysis of population-based data for use in practice, program planning, and consultation is emphasized. The course provides an opportunity to use epidemiologic and demographic data to plan interventions for populations.