Nursing Practice with Adult and Older Adult Patients with Acute and Chronic Health Problems II

Catalog description

Requires students to apply the nursing process for selected acute and chronic health conditions in adults and older clients. It further develops the generalist nurse’s role in the care of adult and older adult patients with pathophysiological disruptions across systems. Emphasis is placed on new content such as pathophysiological alterations in the neurological, musculoskeletal, and respiratory systems; and long- term care elements specific to cancer, hospice, and rehabilitation. Assists students to refine their knowledge and skills to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care related to patient needs, to restore health and prevent complications. Successful completion of the theory, lab, and clinical components of the course with a letter grade of B- or higher as necessary to pass the course.