These notes are organized by week (the primary structure used in the course, even though some content is grouped into modules). The course follows an 11-week format based on the standard Walden syllabus, student-shared materials (Studocu, Course Hero), and the primary textbook Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge (McGonigle & Mastrian, current edition). Each […]

Course Description: NURS 5051 / NURS 6051 – Transforming Nursing and Healthcare Through Technology (Walden University – Graduate Nursing Program)Course Number: NURS 5051 / NURS 6051 Credits: 5 quarter credits Prerequisites: Admission to MSN or DNP program (or equivalent graduate standing); often taken early in the curriculum. Delivery Format: Online (asynchronous with possible synchronous elements) […]

Question 1 The nurse completes an admission assessment on an older adult patient. The nurse identifies which factor that may contribute to falls? A. Decreased appetite B. Polypharmacy C. Improved balance D. Enhanced vision Correct Answer: B. Polypharmacy Explanation: Polypharmacy (taking 5+ medications) is one of the leading modifiable risk factors for falls in older […]

An overview of the history and evolution of gerontological nursing, the terminology related to older adults, the history of gerontological standards, gerontological nurse roles, and gerontological nurse credentialing. It also discusses the evolution of gerontological nursing and the challenges faced by healthcare systems in providing quality healthcare to older adults. The document emphasizes the need […]