NUR 312 Health-Related Issues for Adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disability

Fall/Spring

This course explores health-related issues for adults with intellectual/developmental disability(-ies) (I/DD). The issues addressed in the course will focus specifically on the adult life-span health-related needs of and supports for individuals with I/DD, in particular those living in community (versus institutional) settings. Causes and types of I/DD, common co-morbid conditions, historical and societal influences, governmental regulations and supports, healthcare providers’ attitudes and care practices, and associated ethical issues that affect the health of and provision of healthcare for these individuals will be explored, including healthcare disparities. Prerequisite: Successful completion of BIO 220/221 and BIO 222/223 or by permission of the instructor

3 credit hours