Complex Health: Elimination

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Prerequisite: Acceptance to Year Two of the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program. Building upon the foundation of the practical nursing curriculum and aligning with current standards for professional registered nursing practice, this course examines complex disorders of the liver, gastrointestinal, and renal systems. Emphasis is placed on pathophysiology, medical and surgical nursing care management, and inter-professional collaboration essential to the care of patients with these conditions. Students will apply the nursing process and evidence-based practice to promote optimal patient outcomes. Discussions incorporate cultural and psychosocial considerations, highlighting the nurse’s role in supporting patient involvement in decision-making, fostering healthy lifestyles, and providing culturally sensitive, patient-centered care.