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Nov 02, 2024
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NU 3320 - Complementary and Integrative Health Therapies3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits Course Description This interdisciplinary course examines the principles, practices, use, and outcomes of complementary and integrative health therapies. This course focuses on evidence-based practice related to alternative healing practices. Critical thinking and therapeutic communication within the scope of professional nursing practice are emphasized. (prereq: none) Course Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Incorporate integrative therapies into clinical practice to clients across the lifespan to restore, maintain, and/or promote health and wellness (Level 3, Nursing Care)
- Identify psychological, cultural, and spiritual dimensions of complementary and integrative health therapies (Level 3, Nursing Care)
- Discuss the history, cultural context, and current use of complementary and integrative health therapies (Level 3, Nursing Care)
- Analyze the role of the health professional in relation to clients’ knowledge and use of complementary and integrative health therapies (Level 3, Professional Role)
- Analyze the empirical, theoretical, and scientific basis of selected complementary and integrative health therapies (Level 3, Evidence-Based Practice)
- Evaluate efficacy, outcomes, cost effectiveness, and client satisfaction related to use of evidence-based complementary and integrative health therapies (Level 3, Evidence-based Practice)
Prerequisites by Topic Course Topics
- Massage therapy techniques
- Healing environments
- Health and human spirit
- Biofeedback and stress management
- Integrative nutrition and herbs
- Energy healing and healing touch
- Pet therapy
- Music therapy
- Aromatherapy
- Sleep wellness
Coordinator Dr. Renee Wenzlaff
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