This introductory course will increase the learners understanding of health promotion within the Canadian context. This includes health enhancement, health protection, disease prevention, health restoration/recovery, care and support. Knowledge of growth and development, health inequities and determinants of health will support the Practical Nurse to provide culturally appropriate and holistic care.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Practical Nursing Program.PNUR 099 Human Anatomy and Physiology for Practical Nurses with a  minimum grade of C+ or equivalent.

Corequisites: PNUR 110 Professional Communication 1, PNUR 111 Professional Practice 1, PNUR 113 Variations in Health 1, PNUR 114  Pharmacology 1, and PNUR 115  Integrated Nursing Practice 1  

Restrictions: Must be in the Practical Nurse Diploma Program (PNUR2).

Lecture Hours: 30