The host immune response to microorganisms, the biology of microorganisms with disease-causing potential and clinical aspects of infectious diseases will be covered. The role and professional attitude of the nurse in prevention, detection and control of infections will be emphasized.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Year 3 of the Western-Fanshawe Collaborative BScN program, or the Compressed Time Frame BScN program.

Extra Information: 2 lecture hours.