HS606 Common Diseases and Treatments (1 cr.)

This course provides an overview comparison of the aging process and illness.  It identifies various agencies that meet the needs of the disabled, ill, or other chronic conditions.  This course provides administrators with the language and basic understanding of health care needs for their clients, patients, or residents.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Differentiate between the aging process and the disease process in order to respond appropriately.
2. Classify various common conditions and disabilities according to appropriate medical needs and care.