NURSING569
Understanding Sickle Cell Disease: A Biopsychosocial Approach
School of Nursing
NUR - School of Nursing
Subject
NURSING
Catalog Number
569
Title
Understanding Sickle Cell Disease: A Biopsychosocial Approach
Description
This course provides students with an overview of sickle cell disease, including its genetics, epidemiology, pathophysiology, medical complications, psychosocial challenges, and health service utilization from a global perspective. Students will engage in an exploration of the role of discrimination and stigmatization as they affect people with sickle cell disease, as well as differences in how the disease is viewed and managed in various countries.
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Grading Basis
GRD - Graded
Course Typically Offered
Spring Only
Consent (Permission Number)
No Special Consent Required
Component
Lecture