Registered Nursing Process II

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This course provides principles and concepts of mental health, psychopathology, treatment modalities related to the nursing care of client and their families. The focus of this course is on the psychosocial impact of wellness-illness problems of the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations and the management and adaption process. Growth and development are included with the introduction of well-known developmental theorists with a focus on Erikson's theory. This course also provides students with the opportunity to experience interacting with children, adolescent, adult, and geriatric clients with mental illness in clinical settings. Included in the course is a mathematics review, essential information that is the foundation for accurate dosage calculations and safe medication administration. Students will engage in the clinical application of concepts covered in RNUR 22104 demonstrating progressive mastery and independence in Registered Nursing practice. First Semester: Prerequisite: Admission to the PN/Paramedic to Rn Nursing Program; Anatomy and Physiology I & II with lab, Composition I, and Pharmacology and Dosage Calculation OR College Algebra OR Quantitative Literacy.