NUR 320 - End of Life: Death, Dying and Bereavement

3 Credits

This course explores issues related to death, dying, grief, and loss. The content of the course draws from an interdisciplinary knowledge base and considers end of life issues throughout the life span. An overview of the psychological, medical, and social aspects of death, dying, and terminal illness is provided. The process of bereavement, ethical, spiritual, and moral issues related to death and terminal illness will be examined. Cross-cultural variation and types of death will also be considered.
Prerequisites: ENG 110, ENG 130, Junior standing (61 credits or more).
This course is open to non-nursing majors.